Produce Associate Team Leader

Company: Whole Foods Market
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Job SummaryAssists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations, including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, and regulatory compliance. Leverages leadership skills to develop and maintain a high-performing team, focusing on exceptional customer service, sales growth, and operational efficiency. Collaborates with the Team Leader to drive business results, foster a positive work environment, and ensure adherence to Whole Foods Market standards and regulations.Key Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains creative store layouts and product merchandising strategies to drive sales growth and enhance the customer shopping experience.
• Works closely with the Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets, utilizing data analysis and problem-solving skills to drive business results.
• Assists in the analysis of sales reports, labor data, and other key performance indicators to inform business decisions and drive operational improvements.
• Develops and maintains advanced product knowledge, staying up-to-date on new products and trends to effectively communicate with customers and team members.
• Maintains strong vendor relationships, negotiating deals and ensuring timely payment processing to drive business growth and profitability.
• Collaborates with the Team Leader to resolve team concerns and issues, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Functions as a point person and departmental lead in the absence of the Team Leader, ensuring seamless operations and effective communication with team members and customers.
• Establishes and maintains high standards of retail execution, ensuring exceptional customer service, sales growth, and operational efficiency.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive team environment, promoting outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
• Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs, directing team members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers, and responds promptly to customer needs and questions.
• Selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels team members to build a high-performing team and minimize turnover.
• Provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations to support team member growth and development.Job Requirements
  • 18+ months retail team member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience.
  • High energy, enthusiasm, and affinity for Whole Foods Market products, core values, and company philosophy.
  • Growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership.
  • Desire to coach and mentor others for growth.
  • Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team-building, and customer relationship skills.
  • Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Product knowledge and advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures.
  • Proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance, monitoring profitability, and managing inventory.
  • Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate.
  • Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications.Working Conditions
    • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
    • In an 8-hour workday: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
    • Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
    • Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
    • Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals.
    • Exposure to temperatures: 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
    • Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.Note: The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level. Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location, and/or needs for the particular position. An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position. Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position, or developing skills to perform at the higher-level role do not guarantee a promotion.

Keywords: Whole Foods Market, Houston , Produce Associate Team Leader, Hospitality & Tourism , Houston, Texas