Customer Service Supervisor - Full Time

Whole Foods Market Retail Job

Assists with scheduling and supervision of Store Support Team Members as well as the day-to-day flow of the department. Supports the Store Support Team Leader and Associate Team Leader(s) to ensure smooth operation of the Store Support Team. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.

Job Responsibilities:

Supervises and delegates tasks to Team Members.

Works with Team Trainer to train Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.

Assists in training of new Team Members, utilizing learning checklists and training materials.

Keeps all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated.

Resolves difficult customer situations.

Ensures all necessary breaks are given.

Communicates team concerns to the Team Leader and Associate Team Leader.

Communicates attendance issues or concerns to Team Leader and Store Leadership.

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 WFM vision and goals.

Job Skills:

Extensive knowledge of Store Support team procedures and policies.

Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.

Demonstrates advanced product knowledge, maintains awareness of new products.

Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills.

Product knowledge.

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.

Experience:

12+ months retail experience.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

In an 8-hour work day: 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: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >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.

The wage range for this position is $16.50-$30.20 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person's date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal).

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.