Argos Shift Manager (Bishop Auckland (SIS))

Sainsbury's; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Argos Shift Manager to lead and inspire teams in a fast-paced retail environment. This role involves managing shifts, coaching colleagues, and ensuring the store operates efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial awareness and a growth mindset, driving sales and profitability while fostering a supportive atmosphere. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on customer experiences and team development. Join a company that values its employees and provides a comprehensive benefits package, making this a rewarding career choice.

Benefits

10% discount card

Free food and hot drinks

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension matching contributions

Share scheme

Wellbeing support

Colleague networks

Cycle to Work scheme

Special offers on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in managing fast-paced retail operations.
• Ability to coach and direct teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage shifts and motivate teams in Argos stores.
• Ensure store operations run smoothly and safely.

Skills

Team Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Coaching Skills

Organizational Skills

Growth Mindset

Job description

Argos Shift Manager (Bishop Auckland (SIS))

Bishop Auckland, County Durham, United Kingdom

Job Info

• ID 295299
• Job Category Retail management
• Posting Date 03/13/2025, 12:00 AM
• Locations Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 9AE, GB
• Closing Date 03/27/2025, 12:00 AM
• Full Time or Part Time Full time
• Contract Type Permanent
• Advertised Salary From £26,750

About the role:

Argos Shift Managers are responsible for managing shifts within our Argos stores, inspiring and motivating teams and being the go-to people for on-the-job support. They coach colleagues in store to ensure everyone can deliver brilliantly for our customers whilst also working alongside the team. Often, they’ll lead the full store operation in the absence of the Store Manager, ensuring resources are allocated to deliver day-to-day tasks such as organizing the warehouse, taking deliveries, and serving our customers. They’re experts in our products and services focusing on driving sales and profitability.

What makes a brilliant Argos Shift Manager:

1. Has experience of organizing, running, and planning for a fast-paced operation.
2. Is comfortable directing a team, providing day-to-day coaching and on-the-spot guidance to support the delivery of brilliant experiences for both colleagues and customers.
3. Supports the Store Manager in ensuring the store is safe and compliant.
4. Demonstrates strong commercial awareness such as having product knowledge to understand our customers and drive sales.
5. Can work towards and deliver KPIs with the aim of driving profitability for the store.
6. Has a growth mindset, continuously develops, and helps others to grow.

What we offer:

We truly value our colleagues and provide a market-leading benefits package:

1. Discount card – 10% discount off on your shopping at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks. This increases to 15% discount off at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every payday.
2. Free food and hot drinks provided for Colleagues in all our stores.
3. Generous holiday entitlement, maternity, and paternity leave.
4. Pension – we’ll match 4% of your contributions and if you change your pension plan, you may receive more from us.
5. Sainsbury’s share scheme – build up an investment at discounted rates.
6. Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counseling, legal, and financial advice.
7. Colleague networks – link with like-minded people to help fulfill your potential.
8. Our Cycle to Work scheme gives you the opportunity to hire a new bike and cycling equipment, whilst saving on tax and NI.
9. Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers, and more.