Overview
We’re looking for a Shift Leader to join our team at One Stop, a subsidiary of Tesco. As a Shift Leader, you will be working in a fast paced retail environment where no day is the same.
You will take ownership of store activities by running duty shifts, co-ordinating a team to deliver a clean and full store that exceeds customer expectations. As the customer is at the heart of everything we do, you will be constantly looking for ways to improve service in your store through on the job coaching and feedback. You will have a great understanding of how your store is performing and be the specialist in delivering practical actions for its improvement by taking a hands on approach. With your guidance, your store will always remain a safe place to work and shop.
You will be responsible for
* Coordinate the team to deliver the easiest shopping trip in the community
* Opening/closing the store and completing duty cover, making sure all decisions are right for customers, colleagues, and everyone’s safety.
* Being the go-to person for colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager for day-to-day operational queries.
* Supporting the Store Manager to co-ordinate seasonal, community and charity events, creating a great inclusive atmosphere.
* Making sure the store is always clean, tidy, and well presented.
* Prioritise the replenishment of products that matter to our customers.
* Making sure point of sale and shelf edge labels reflect what good looks like.
* Taking immediate action for any overcharges and preventing any reoccurrence.
* Proactively manage queues in store to deliver a great shopping trip for our customers.
* Co-ordinating colleagues, ensuring they deliver daily priorities and have their breaks at the right time to fit around trade patterns.
* Being knowledgeable about the store, coordinating others to deliver the practical actions to make improvements.
* Following company health and safety routines and ensuring colleagues do the same.
* Delivering communication to the team, ensuring they are kept well informed.
* Looking at ways to simplify our operations and share these ideas with the Store Manager.
* Always putting the customer first and considering them in everything you do.
* Readily available to resolve customer queries, leaving them with a smile on their face.
* Adjusting the service given to each customer to meet their needs.
* Recognising and celebrating colleagues giving great service.
* Understanding what may be getting in the way of delivering a great service and helping to remove these obstacles.
* Resolving colleague queries in the absence of the Store Manager, or escalating these to the Store Manager where appropriate
* Ensuring the store is staffed appropriately, reacting to short term absences/sickness by actively finding cover for shifts.
* Being a recognised Keyholder for the store, attending alarm call outs where necessary to ensure the safety and security of the store
* Monitoring and actioning internal communications, ensuring messages are actioned in a timely manner and all colleagues are kept informed
* Coordinating colleagues to meet the needs of customers and the operations of the store, feeding back to the Store Manager any issues with colleagues in the building during shift(s).
* Balancing time across service and replenishment areas of the store.
* Supporting the Store Manager in managing absence within the store, ensuring return to work interviews are conducted for CSA colleagues and absence triggers reported and acted upon in line with One Stop policies.
* Building meaningful relationships with the Area Manager & People Partner to escalate issues, seek advice, and benefit from coaching opportunities.
If this store has a Post Office Local, duties include day-to-day operations of the post office and may require passing a Post Office financial and criminal conviction background check; if checks fail, the job offer may be withdrawn.
You will need
* Communication Skills
* Customer Focus
* Problem-Solving
* Teamwork
* Attention to Detail
* Adaptability
* Technical Skills
* Time Management
Whats in it for you?
One Stop is committed to making everyday life easier for our customers. With a strong presence in local communities, we offer a wide range of quality products at great value, alongside friendly and helpful service. As part of the Tesco Group, One Stop combines the benefits of a large organisation with the close-knit feel of a neighbourhood store. We’re passionate about creating a welcoming environment for both our customers and our colleagues and we’re always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!
Flexible Working
We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at One Stop, we always welcome chats about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
One Stop Benefits
At One Stop, we value our colleagues just as much as our customers — and that’s reflected in the wide range of benefits we offer. To explore the full list of colleague benefits, please click here and scroll to the bottom of our Careers Page.
One Stop operates as part of the Tesco Group. Some benefits may differ from those at Tesco.
Community Involvement
We are involved in the community, supporting local charities and groups and partnering with national organisations. We have raised funds and donated meals through partnerships to support those in need.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive workplace celebrating diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and have six colleague networks: Armed Forces, Disability, LGBTQ+, Families & Carers, Race & Ethnicity, and Women. For more information about our networks please contact us.
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