Area Support Shop Manager

Oxfam; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Area Support Shop Manager to provide operational support to shops across Buckinghamshire and nearby regions. The role involves maximizing sales and fostering teamwork, while requiring flexible travel. Ideal for those with retail management experience looking to advance in their career.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or operational management experience.
• Agile and adaptable working style.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide operational support to shops.
• Ensure uninterrupted trading and maximise income generation.
• Collaborate with managers to allocate shop cover effectively.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Agile working style

Job description

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Area Support Shop Manager, Buckinghamshire

Client:

Oxfam

Location:

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

21

Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

As a key member of the area team, your role is to coordinate and provide operational support to our shops within a defined geographical area. Covering short-term shop manager absences, you'll ensure uninterrupted trading and maximise income generation. No two days are the same – expect variety and collaboration with diverse communities. This role is a fantastic stretch opportunity for those with shop manager experience, serving as a potential stepping stone toward an area manager role.

This role will support shop cover in our Oxfam shop network across the East Midlands, Peterborough, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire. Whilst travel expenses will be covered, candidates will need to be both willing and able to commit to extensive travel across this defined geographic region. A car may be required as travel is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain inclusive, respectful, and safe environments in the shops.
• Collaborate with Area Manager and shop managers to allocate shop cover effectively.
• Build trusting relationships in each shop to maintain engaged and motivated teams.
• Maximise Net Sales Contribution (NSC) and Gift Aid (GA) in all covered shops to targets.
• Deliver continuous improvement support against KPIs.
• Develop and deliver a framework for feedback and handovers.
• Actively contribute to the local community and wider Retail network.

Qualifications:

• Previous retail or operational management experience
• Agile and adaptable working style
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Join us in making a positive impact on communities and showcasing our values in action!

Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritize recruiting individuals who share and demonstrate our values.