Assistant Store Manager (Associate Store Team Leader) -Northern NJ Metro

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Team Leader in all areas of operations including inventory, safety, merchandising, financial and physical plant issues.
• Maintain outstanding retail execution and customer service in the store.
• Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate, and counsel Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
• Uphold and communicate regional and store programs and standards to Team Leaders and Team Members.
• Regularly inspect the store to ensure compliance with all programs, rules and standards.
• Review and monitor scheduling, purchases, and other expenses to ensure teams and the store are within budget.
• Address customer concerns when necessary.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a Leadership role in Retail/Culinary/Hospitality or related industries.
• Customer Service Focus.
• Team Building.
• Employee Relations.
• Store Operations (Inventory, Labor Management, Cost Control).
• Marketing (Pricing, Merchandising).
• Managing P&L.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.
• Able to multi-task, show excellent follow-through and see the big picture.
• Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building and leadership skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Skills

• High energy, enthusiastic, and displays an affinity for our products, core values, and company philosophy.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

Whole Foods Market offers a comprehensive benefits program to Full Time Team Members including low premium health, dental and vision plans, life insurance plans, paid time off plan, 401k plan, wellness programs, career learning & development, Team Member Assistance Program and a 20% Team Member discount. We offer competitive wages and a great work / life balance!

Pay

The wage range for this position is $83,200.00-$109,990.40 Annual, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexibility to move beyond the current metro is highly desirable.