Top 301 Operational excellence team leader Jobs in Bradenton Fl

New Store Non-Perishable Team Leader (Department Manager) - Bradenton, FL - Fall 2026
Whole Foods Market —Bradenton, FL
- $22.40 - $40.40 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Merchandising
- Sanitation
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Associate Manager
Ralph Lauren —Ellenton, FL
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Office
New Store Perishable Team Leader (Department Manager) - Bradenton, FL - Fall 2026
Whole Foods Market —Bradenton, FL
- $22.40 - $40.40 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Merchandising
- Sanitation
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Physical Therapist / Clinic Manager
Optimal Performance and Physical Therapies —Saint Petersburg, FL
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Private practice
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Profit sharing
- Continuing education credits
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Regional Property Manager
SMG Property Management —Lakewood Ranch, FL
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- English
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Director of Preschool
A Child's Place —Saint Petersburg, FL
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Public speaking
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Area Director
PF Changs —Sarasota, FL
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Team Leader
U.S. Tent Rental, LLC —Sarasota, FL
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Up to 50% travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Team Leader
Chick-fil-A —Sarasota, FL
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Overtime
- No education required
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Director
Chick-fil-A —Bradenton, FL
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- Customer service
- Restaurant management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Production Control Supervisor
Honeywell —Palmetto, FL
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Manufacturing Supervisor - 3rd Shift Position - Packaging
Beverage Manufacturing Company —Bradenton, FL
- Mid-level
- Office
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Shift Manager - (RT549)
RaceTrac —Palmetto, FL
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Contact Center Representative
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute —Bradenton, FL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- High school diploma or GED
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
Store Manager - The Mall at University Town Center
Lush Handmade Cosmetics —Sarasota, FL
- $62,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Team Captain Off Field Operations
DICK'S Sporting Goods —Sarasota, FL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
Part Time Assistant Manager
Ann Taylor Factory —Ellenton, FL
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
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Assistant Store Manager - Famous Footwear
Famous Footwear —Ellenton, FL
- Extended hours
- Inventory management
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Program Manager - Not Remote Position
Vision to Learn —Sarasota, FL
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Guest Experience Expert Front Desk
Marriott International, Inc —Sarasota, FL
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Front desk

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New Store Non-Perishable Team Leader (Department Manager) - Bradenton, FL - Fall 2026

Whole Foods Market -
Bradenton, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.40 - $40.40 an hour

Benefits

Store discount
Paid time off

Qualifications

Customer communication

Full Job Description

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

Responsible for all aspects of daily operations, including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Accountable for daily operations including profitability, expense control, merchandising, labor management, regulatory compliance, and Team Member hiring, development, and performance management. Lead cross-functional collaboration, implement new processes, and gather feedback to drive innovation in customer and associate experiences. Ensure all operations align with Standard Operating Procedures, Whole Foods Market core values, and health and safety regulations while fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

Maximize productivity and efficiency through proper scheduling and analysis

Ensure Team Members operate and sanitize all equipment properly

Ensure proper care and maintenance of all equipment

Monitor and achieve sales, margin, expense, and labor targets

Maintain proper product assortment, merchandising, and inventory control

Ensure products are cross-merchandised in accordance with guidelines

Ensure adherence to category management schedules and planograms

Ensure nutritional information is displayed correctly

Hold ATLs, supervisors, and Team Members accountable for delivering outstanding customer service

Maintain clear expectations to achieve the highest standards of retail execution

Effectively delegate to and empower ATLs and Team Members

Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate, and counsel Team Members to sustain a high-performance team and minimize turnover

Provide timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations

Foster and encourage a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale

Consistently communicate and model WFM vision and goals

Maintain awareness of customer flows and needs; direct Team Members to satisfy and delight customers

Respond promptly to customer needs and questions

Establish and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships with departmental and store leadership

Attend all meetings assigned by Leadership, including daily huddles.

Promotes company program and initiatives as needed

Maintains operational standards including but not limited to safety and store security protocols

Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Performs other duties as assigned by store or company leadership

Job Skills

Clear communication and team collaboration skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively

Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness

Sustains exceptional level of knowledge and awareness of relevant competitors and industry trends.

Advanced knowledge of products, buying, pricing, merchandising, and inventory management.

Food safety certification, for some roles. If not currently certified, will commit to completing certification within 6 months.

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

Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.

Thorough 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 / Qualifications

24+ months retail experience including 12+ months of team leadership experience.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Must be 18+ years old

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Stand/walk for 6-8 hours per shift

Lift up to 50 pounds

Work in various to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Perform work in a wet and cold environment.

Perform repeated motions: bending, reaching, grasping, twisting, squatting

Operate standard retail equipment safely including box cutters, knives, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, ladders, hand trucks, six-wheel carts, balers, and other heavy machinery.

Exposure to refrigerated areas and FDA approved cleaning chemicals

Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays

Thrive in a fast-paced retail environment

Bradenton Structure (Echelon Model)

The Bradenton location will function with a consolidated team operational model with two key structural changes: First, a unified operations model that combines Center Store (Grocery, Specialty, Whole Body) and Perishables (Meat, Seafood, Produce) teams. Second, the creation of a dedicated Inventory Management Team to centralize and optimize store inventory operations and order writing. This transformation is a cornerstone initiative which strengthens our labor management foundations with a customer-obsessed, forward-thinking innovative approach to operational organization. Benefits include:

Operational Efficiency: Streamlined team structures eliminate redundancies and create clearer execution pathways, reducing administrative burden on leadership while improving task completion rates.

Enhanced Team Member Development: Cross-functional team design provides team members with diverse experience across multiple operational areas, creating transparent career pathways and building versatile skill sets.

Improved Customer Experience: Demand-responsive scheduling and clearer role accountability ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time to serve customers.

Team Leader Preferred Qualities

Leadership & People Development

Experience leading teams of 15-30+ associates in retail or grocery settings

Track record of coaching and developing team leads and supervisors

Ability to build trust with frontline teams and drive accountability through clear expectations

Innovation & Adaptability

Comfortable implementing new processes and programs at the store level

Experience supporting pilot programs and providing feedback on operational changes

Willingness to test new approaches and adapt based on results

Demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift or new initiatives roll out

Operational Excellence

Strong working knowledge of store operations: inventory, merchandising, shrink, safety, and compliance

Consistent delivery of departmental goals for sales, shrink, labor efficiency, and customer metrics

Experience working across multiple departments to support store needs

Self-Starter Mindset

Takes initiative to solve problems within their area of responsibility

Identifies and implements small-scale process improvements

Makes decisions independently on day-to-day operational issues

Customer Focus

Consistently models excellent customer service behaviors

Coaches team members on customer-first approaches

Responds quickly to customer concerns and escalations

The wage range for this position is $22.40-$40.40 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). Click here for benefit details.

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.

Whole Foods Market works with job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities at our company. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our site.

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New Store Non-Perishable Team Leader (Department Manager) - Bradenton, FL - Fall 2026

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New Store Perishable Team Leader (Department Manager) - Bradenton, FL - Fall 2026

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