Produce Department Team Leader

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

Job Description:

Job SummaryThis is a dynamic leadership role within the Produce Department at Whole Foods Market. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations, including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects assigned. The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service, leading and developing Team Members, and maintaining a positive company image.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain creative store layouts and product merchandising.
• Work with the Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets.
• Assist the Team Leader in analyzing sales reports, labor, and other key performance indicators.
• Demonstrate advanced product knowledge and stay up-to-date on new products.
• Maintain good vendor relationships, develop new vendor relationships, and ensure all necessary paperwork is submitted for vendor processing.
• Work with the Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues.
• Function as the point person and departmental person in charge in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Set and achieve the highest standards of retail execution.
• Foster a positive work environment, promoting outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
• Maintain awareness of customer flows and needs, directing Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers.
• Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate, and counsel Team Members to sustain a high-performance team and minimize turnover.
• Provide timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations.
• Consistently communicate and model Whole Foods Market's vision and goals.Requirements
  • High energy, enthusiasm, and affinity for our 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.
  • Advanced product knowledge.
  • 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.Experience
    • 18+ months retail Team Member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience.Working Conditions
      • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
      • In an 8-hour workday, standing/walking 6-8 hours.
      • Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
      • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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