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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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you are responsible for the checkout experience and grocery delivery & pickup at your assigned store. You will focus on driving safety, quality of outbound online orders, excellent pickup experience, team productivity, and program execution. You will monitor key performance indicator metrics and visual cues in-store to assess the Team’s performance in these areas. You are responsible for daily operations including managing capacity, labor utilization, adherence to pick processes, and drop of task execution (for E-Commerce); and, cash management, customer demand management, labor utilization, and execution of store processes (for Customer Service). You may be responsible for aspects of managing non-inventory supplies management & expense control. You are responsible for regulatory compliance, and special projects and/or assignments. As the Associate Team Leader, you support the Team Leader in leading and developing Team Members. You may participate in hiring activities. You must strive to support WFM core values, Leadership Principles, and goals, promote national, geographic-specific, store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Delivers outstanding customer experience; and holds all Team Members accountable for delivering outstanding customer service.
- Establishes clear expectations for balancing in-store customer service and completing online orders.
- Monitors in-store and online customer flow; assigns customer service-related and online order completion tasks balancing the needs of all customers.
- Monitors the schedule to maintain in-store customer needs, online order capacity, and cognizant of labor budget.
- Sustains strong knowledge and awareness of relevant competitors and industry trends.
- Ensures an effective and efficient response to customer questions, requests, and/or concerns.
- Supports collaborative and productive relationships with departmental leaders, store leadership, and 1P/3P partners, e.g., Amazon delivery drivers.
- Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
- Maintains Team Member safety and security standards.
- Ensures compliance with relevant regulatory rules and standards.
- Develops, coaches, mentors, and motivates Team Members in a manner that sustains a high performing Team and minimizes turnover.
- Maintains cleanliness of workspaces including staging area and coolers.
- Maintains security of equipment, e.g., MSRs, phones, currency counters.
- Proactively identifies process improvement opportunities.
- Consistently communicates and models WFM core values, leadership principles, and supports goals.
Job Skills
- Strong ability to perform task management, balancing dynamic customer flows.
- Demonstrated understanding of how labor utilization and task management drive performance metrics and customer experience.
- Strong analysis skills to root cause underperformance (either observed or demonstrated by metric performance).
- Strong ability to communicate performance analysis findings and actions, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building and customer relationship skills.
- Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.
- Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate.
- Proficient with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications.
- Proficient with mobile applications, dashboards, and basic understanding of retail systems capabilities.
Qualifications
18+ months retail experience including 6+ months of supervisory experience.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- In an 8-hour workday: 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.
COMPENSATION
- The wage range for this position is $20.05-$35.00 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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you are responsible for the checkout experience and grocery delivery & pickup at your assigned store. You will focus on driving safety, quality of outbound online orders, excellent pickup experience, team productivity, and program execution. You will monitor key performance indicator metrics and visual cues in-store to assess the Team’s performance in these areas. You are responsible for daily operations including managing capacity, labor utilization, adherence to pick processes, and drop of task execution (for E-Commerce); and, cash management, customer demand management, labor utilization, and execution of store processes (for Customer Service). You may be responsible for aspects of managing non-inventory supplies management & expense control. You are responsible for regulatory compliance, and special projects and/or assignments. As the Associate Team Leader, you support the Team Leader in leading and developing Team Members. You may participate in hiring activities. You must strive to support WFM core values, Leadership Principles, and goals, promote national, geographic-specific, store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Delivers outstanding customer experience; and holds all Team Members accountable for delivering outstanding customer service.
- Establishes clear expectations for balancing in-store customer service and completing online orders.
- Monitors in-store and online customer flow; assigns customer service-related and online order completion tasks balancing the needs of all customers.
- Monitors the schedule to maintain in-store customer needs, online order capacity, and cognizant of labor budget.
- Sustains strong knowledge and awareness of relevant competitors and industry trends.
- Ensures an effective and efficient response to customer questions, requests, and/or concerns.
- Supports collaborative and productive relationships with departmental leaders, store leadership, and 1P/3P partners, e.g., Amazon delivery drivers.
- Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
- Maintains Team Member safety and security standards.
- Ensures compliance with relevant regulatory rules and standards.
- Develops, coaches, mentors, and motivates Team Members in a manner that sustains a high performing Team and minimizes turnover.
- Maintains cleanliness of workspaces including staging area and coolers.
- Maintains security of equipment, e.g., MSRs, phones, currency counters.
- Proactively identifies process improvement opportunities.
- Consistently communicates and models WFM core values, leadership principles, and supports goals.
Job Skills
- Strong ability to perform task management, balancing dynamic customer flows.
- Demonstrated understanding of how labor utilization and task management drive performance metrics and customer experience.
- Strong analysis skills to root cause underperformance (either observed or demonstrated by metric performance).
- Strong ability to communicate performance analysis findings and actions, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building and customer relationship skills.
- Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.
- Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate.
- Proficient with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications.
- Proficient with mobile applications, dashboards, and basic understanding of retail systems capabilities.
Qualifications
18+ months retail experience including 6+ months of supervisory experience.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- In an 8-hour workday: 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.
COMPENSATION
- The wage range for this position is $20.05-$35.00 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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an E Commerce Associate
Frame your degree against the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. An e-commerce associate role tied to digital marketing or supply chain analytics supports a stronger specialty occupation argument than a generic business degree alone.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter LCA disclosures by the SOC code for market research analysts or buyers, the classifications most e-commerce associate roles fall under. This surfaces which employers have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
STEM OPT employers must be E-Verify enrolled, and many of the same retail tech and DTC brands that hire on OPT routinely convert those roles to H-1B. Cross-referencing E-Verify enrollment with open e-commerce positions narrows your list to realistic sponsors.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search E Commerce Associate roles on Migrate Mate to see employers filtered by actual H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to companies that have sponsored this job category before, not guessing from job descriptions.
Clarify platform ownership in your offer letter
H-1B petitions for e-commerce roles are stronger when the offer letter specifies which platform or channel you'll manage, such as Amazon Seller Central or a Shopify storefront. Vague job descriptions invite RFEs questioning whether the role meets specialty occupation standards.
Time your filing around the cap registration window
H-1B cap registration opens each March. If you receive an offer after the registration window closes, negotiate a start date for the following October 1 so your employer can register you in the next cycle without losing the role.
H-1B Visa E Commerce Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an E Commerce Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it depends on how the role is defined. USCIS looks for a direct connection between the job duties and a specific bachelor's degree field. E-commerce associate positions that require degrees in marketing, information systems, or supply chain management are stronger candidates than roles where any business degree is accepted as sufficient.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for E Commerce Associate roles?
Retail tech companies, direct-to-consumer brands, and large marketplace operators are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this job category. Employers who already run structured OPT hiring programs are especially likely to have a sponsorship process in place. Browse verified H-1B sponsors for this role on Migrate Mate to see which companies have active LCA filing history.
What SOC code does USCIS use for E Commerce Associate roles, and why does it matter?
Most e-commerce associate positions are filed under SOC codes for market research analysts, buyers and purchasing agents, or marketing specialists, depending on the primary duties. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must certify on the LCA. Misalignment between the job duties and the SOC code is a common source of RFEs for this role type.
Can I switch from OPT to H-1B in an E Commerce Associate role at the same employer?
Yes. If your employer is E-Verify enrolled and files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 if you're selected in the lottery. Your employer files Form I-129 and a new LCA for the H-1B petition, even if your duties don't change from your OPT role.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for an E Commerce Associate position?
A detailed offer letter specifying the platform, tools, and analytical responsibilities tied to the role, combined with an employer attestation that the position requires a degree in a specific field, gives USCIS a clearer basis for specialty occupation. Transcripts showing coursework in digital marketing, data analytics, or business systems directly relevant to the listed duties also reduce RFE risk.