Assistant Store Manager (CD Associate Store Team Leader) - Ann Arbor Metro
Company: Whole Foods Market
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: January 21, 2023
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Job Description:
Whole Foods Market is seeking an Assistant Store Manager (CD
Associate Store Team Leader). The Career Development Associate
Store Team Leader (CDASTL) is responsible for completing a
structured leadership training program to prepare themselves to
become an Associate Store Team Leader. As part of the program, the
CDASTL role will support store leadership in overseeing the daily
operations of the store. Responsibilities include retail execution,
attaining store financial performance, and safety & food safety
performance goals, Team Member coaching, development and
performance management, ensuring customer service standards are
met, and completing all training required to graduate the program.
CDASTLs that successfully complete the program will be promoted to
an Associate Store Team Leader role.The position requires the
willingness to take a position in different stores, within 35 miles
or an hour commute from home. Flexibility to move beyond the
current metro is highly desirable.Due to this being a set scheduled
training program we strongly recommend that participants make every
effort to reschedule planned PTO to fall outside of the program run
dates, Late February through May 2023. Participants can miss up to,
but no more than, three training days which are Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays.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!Principal
DutiesProgram Requirements:Engages fully with all aspects of the
CDASTL training program including, but not limited to: weekly
training assignments, CDASTL Operational Learning Path, peer cohort
discussions, STL Mentor discussions, team immersions, Regional
Leadership meetings, in-person and/or virtual trainings, and
capstone project.Partners with STL Mentor to create a personal
growth plan and capstone project roadmap.Completes all curriculum
assignments and capstone project on time to remain on track with
their learning journey and graduate from the
program.Responsibilities:Maintains a thorough understanding of WFM
store operations and merchandising processes.Oversees processes,
programs, and initiatives including merchandising, marketing,
quality assurance, training, and communications.Supervises daily
operations and provides daily feedback to store leaders / teams
regarding retail plan execution including; sales, margin, labor,
merchandising, training, sanitation, marketing, and
promotions.Drives decision-making and team focus through solid
understanding of company operations and differentiation
strategies.Drives exceptional customer service and maintains
excellent community relations.Analyzes, compiles and completes
necessary financial reports.Builds strong and supportive
relationships with store and regional leadership.Demonstrates
understanding of the interrelationships between various WFM
departments, operations, and functions.Works with key functional
and operational stakeholders to ensure shared understanding of
Operations priorities, objectives, and anticipated outcomes.
Ensures recommendations and insights are shared with the
appropriate leadership decision-makers.Achieve and maintain
comprehensive knowledge of and ensure compliance with Employment
Law, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and Weights and
Measures.Understand, communicate and lead upon WFM Core Values,
Leadership Principals and Declaration of InterdependenceKnow,
communicate and support our Values in Action Achieve and maintain
comprehensive product knowledge (Good Organics, Whole Trade,
etc.)Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredA high performing
Manager/Team Leader or has equivalent leadership experience,
preferably in retail or hospitality industriesThe ability to
successfully drive results; supporting TMs and TLs to achieve the
highest standardsWell-rounded knowledge and application of all
merchandising/retailing expectationsCritical thinking with creative
approach to problem solvingExcellent judgment and decision
makingStrong communicator; ability to be precise, clear and convey
enthusiasmAbility to train and inspire excellenceAbility to
delegate effectivelyWell organized with excellent follow
throughProficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and all
operations-related applications.High integrity, transparency and
authenticitySolid understanding of and compliance with WFM
policies, procedures and processesDesired Experience2+ years of
experience leading a teamCustomer Service FocusTeam
BuildingEmployee RelationsStore Operations (Inventory, Labor
Management, Cost Control)Marketing (Pricing, Merchandising)This job
description is intended to describe the general requirements for
the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of
duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed
here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations
of the team.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.
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