Assistant Manager

TK MAXX; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an Assistant Manager for its Birmingham location. The role involves managing a multimillion-pound store, leading a team, and driving commercial performance. Candidates should have leadership experience and a proven ability to improve store operations. The position supports personal development and offers a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Ongoing development opportunities

Inclusive work culture

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leadership.
• Ability to develop a culture of continuous improvement.
• Experience in a dynamic retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and adapt to store needs to drive performance.
• Ensure adherence to company policies.
• Handle payroll and improve profitability.
• Develop team talents for high productivity.

Skills

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Decision-making abilities

Mentoring and coaching

Job description

TJX is an exciting place to work and we count on our Associates to bring our business to life. Staying true to our open, collaborative culture and values of honesty, integrity, and treating each other with dignity and respect is a top priority for us. TK Maxx

At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense—you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off‑price retailer.

Job Description

Style is never in short supply at our more than 700 TK Maxx stores across Europe. As part of the TJX Family, each store offers different products, but the same dedication to the thrill of the find.

About the role

As an Assistant Manager who aspires to be a future Store Manager in the area, you will take ownership for a multimillion‑pound store that is constantly evolving. With our unique business model, you'll navigate a fast‑paced, constantly evolving retail environment with confidence and composure. An ability to remain calm under pressure will empower you to lead your team through daily transitions and deliver outstanding results. In this dynamic role, you'll embrace the unpredictability of merchandise deliveries, maintaining a steady and assured presence while offering customers an exciting variety of unique finds every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading with vision, adapting and flexing to the needs of the store and the business to drive commercial performance.
• Ensuring the store adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Handling payroll and controlling costs to improve profitability.
• Improving the store’s commercial performance through effective merchandising and sales strategies.
• Encouraging and developing your team’s talents to ensure high productivity and efficiency through collaboration.
• Championing strong business partnerships to support store operations and growth.
• Recruiting, engaging and retaining a dedicated and motivated team.
• Committing to continuous development for yourself and the team.
• Supervising and achieving key performance indicators such as sales performance, service promise, store compliance, associate retention, and absence rates.

Are you right for this role?

• A proven track record of leadership and the ability to develop a culture of continuous improvement.
• A proactive demeanor with a dedication to mentoring and coaching the team to enhance individual and collective potential, ensuring long‑term success.
• The ability to make confident decisions in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment while keeping business objectives in focus.
• A commercially astute approach to find opportunities, innovate solutions, and deliver measurable results.

Why join us?

Our people tell us there is so much more that they love about being a part of TK Maxx, and find that it's so much more than a job. As part of our TJX family, you'll be supported by a diverse, close‑knit team in our stores; we move a lot of inventory at all times of the day, working, learning, and growing together. You'll always be encouraged to be yourself and to use your imagination and as you grow, there’ll be plenty of opportunities for your ongoing development and progression. It’s our way of empowering you to make your career here.

Legal right to work

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and parental, race, religion or belief, and/or sexual orientation.

• UK & Ireland: You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to.
• Germany & Austria: Bitte beachten, dass eine bestehende Arbeitserlaubnis für das Land, in dem du dich bewirbst, vorliegen muss.
• Poland: Aby aplikować na to stanowisko, musisz posiadać prawo do legalnej pracy w kraju, którego dotyczy oferta.
• Netherlands: Je moet het wettelijke recht hebben om te werken in het land waar je solliciteert.
• Spain: Es imprescindible disponer del derecho legal para trabajar en el país al que postulas.

Location

Unit DS1 Bullring Link
EUR TK Maxx UK Store 270 - Birmingham Bullring