Customer Team Leader

Position: Customer Team Leader

Location: Plot D1 Mid Devon Business Park, Willand (EX15 2QW)

Company: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency (Placing for Co-op Food Stores)

Pay Rate: £14.48 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time (16 hours per week + regular overtime)

About the Role

We are partnering with the Co-op to recruit an ambitious and community-focused Customer Team Leader for their fast-paced store in Willand. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead a small team, help deliver essential services, and take the next step toward retail store management.

Whether keeping shelves stocked, supporting daily store operations, or driving membership growth, you will play a vital role in making life easier for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the Shift: Own the day-to-day running of the store on your shift, setting the pace for a team of Customer Team Members on the shop floor and tills.
Coach & Motivate: Support, mentor, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional service and efficient store operations.
Store Performance: Maintain operational excellence through merchandising, stock accuracy, and basic HR processes.
Community & Membership: Champion the Co-op brand through local community engagement and membership growth.

What We Are Looking For

Age Requirement: Must be aged 18+ (to authorise age-related sales).
Experience: A genuine passion for people and leadership. While retail, merchandising, or team management experience is a bonus, it is not essential—full training is provided!
Flexibility: Working pattern features shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 11:15 PM, with flexible availability across the week including at least 1 weekend shift.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive Pay: £14.48 per hour with opportunities for regular overtime.
Generous Discounts: 30% discount on Co-op branded products in store.
Holiday Allowance: Starting from 36 days of holiday per year (pro-rata, including bank holidays).
Financial Wellness: Wagestream app access (giving you flexible access to your pay as you earn it) and up to 10% employer pension contributions.
Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 access to GP appointments and dedicated colleague support programmes.
Career Growth: Comprehensive training, career development resources, and a Cycle-to-Work scheme.