Grocery Stocking Supervisor - Full Time

Responsibilities

• Assists with scheduling and supervision of the Stock Crew and the normal operational flow of the department.
• Oversees and maintains compelling displays.
• Supports the Team Leader, Associate Team Leader(s), and Order Writers to ensure smooth operation of the team.
• Effectively supervises and delegates tasks based on the needs of the department.
• Works with leadership to resolve team concerns or issues.
• Responds to customer and Team Member needs and concerns.
• Assists in sorting and stocking processes for at least 75% of the scheduled shift.
• Assists in training as delegated by Team Leader and Associate Team Leader utilizing learning checklists and training materials.
• Establishes and maintains a positive work environment that supports high Team Member morale.
• Completes inventory management processes, spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required.
• Assists in tracking the productivity of the stocking crew utilizing the case count tracker.
• Opens and closes department according to established procedures.
• Sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution.
• Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
• Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers; responds promptly to customer needs and questions.
• Selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members in a manner that sustains a high‑performance team and minimizes turnover.
• Provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations.
• Consistently communicates and models Whole Foods Market vision and goals.

Skills

• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability in recognizing and accomplishing all tasks where there is a direct job responsibility.
• Capable of teaching others in a constructive and positive manner.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team‑building, and customer relationship skills.
• Thorough product and process knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated decision‑making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate.
• Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations‑related applications.

Qualifications

• 12+ months retail experience.

Physical Requirements

• 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.
• Required motions: bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA‑approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: below 32 °F (freezing), 32‑40 °F (refrigerators), and above 90 °F.
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• May require use of ladders.

Pay

The wage range for this position is $16.50‑$30.20 hourly, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for full‑ and part‑time team members, including store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and other team‑member perks. Eligibility is determined by the applicable Whole Benefits plan at hire and may vary based on location, length of service, and job type.