Assistant Manager

JD GROUP; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Bournemouth is seeking an Assistant Manager to support store operations and lead a high-performing team. The role requires previous supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for retail. Responsibilities include achieving sales targets, coaching staff, and providing excellent customer service. This position offers various benefits including a company discount and bonus schemes.

Benefits

Quarterly discretionary bonus schemes

30% discount on products

Access to digital health services

Health cash plans

Company Sick Pay scheme

Discounted Gym memberships

Life Assurance

Incremental Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience in a fast-paced Retail/Customer Facing environment.
• Understanding of the latest retail trends.
• Experience in coaching and developing individuals.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in store operations.
• Build a motivated and high performing team.
• Analyze sales data and financial reports.
• Act as the point of contact in the manager's absence.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Help manage opening and closing procedures.
• Participate in hiring and training new employees.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Passion for retail

Coaching and developing individuals

Strong communication skills

Achieving sales targets

Analyzing KPI data

Attention to detail

Visual merchandising

Job description

Overview

Role overview: We are seeking a skilled Assistant Manager with strong leadership & communication abilities to guide their team towards achieving sales & KPI targets whilst providing unparalleled service.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Store Manager in effectively running all store operations to ensure meeting or exceeding sales & KPI targets. Setting clear sales goals, tracking performances whilst evolving processes to ensure continuous store growth.
• Creating a positive team culture through recruiting, training & continuously developing your staff. Building a motivated and high performing team, increasing chances of store success.
• Analysing sales data and financial reports to make quick and well-informed decisions alongside the Store Manager, identifyingand responding to areas of opportunityOperationally & Commercially.
• Act as the point of contact for colleagues in the manager’s absence.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints professionally.
• Help manage day-to-day operations, including opening and closing procedures.
• Support cash management tasks, such as processing transactions and reconciling tills.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training new employees.
• Provide feedback and coaching to colleagues to improve performance.
• Support the Store Manager in maintainingcolleague schedules to ensure proper coverage and productivity

Role objectives and KPI’s

• Contribute to achieving or exceeding the stores monthly sales target.
• Driveall additionalKPIs including but not limited to Units, Conversion, ATV, UPT.
• Achieve upselling or cross-selling targets.
• Maintain a high Net Promotor Score.
• Ensure stock accuracy during store Audits.
• Ensure all new colleagues complete mandatory training required.
• Ensure employee satisfaction stores or engagement survey results meet or exceed company benchmarks.
• Assistin keeping operational costs within the allocatedbudget

Skills and Experience

• Previoussupervisory or management experience in a fast-paced Retail/ Customer Facing environment
• Passionate about retail & hold a good understanding of the latest trends and our competitors
• Previousexperience of coaching and developing individuals
• Strong communicationskills
• Proven track recordof achieving and exceeding sales targets and KPI’s
• Experience in analysing KPI’s data to making commercial decisions
• Keen eye for detail & commerciality. Previousexperience within visual merchandising would be advantageous
• Promote JD Group values to internal and external stakeholders

Benefits

• Quarterly discretionary bonus schemes
• Company discount of 30% off a large number ofproducts in-store and online (JD Sports, Size?,Foot Patrol, Blacks, Millets, GO Outdoors)
• Exclusive deals and discounts and offers from retail and hospitality businesses through our online benefits platform (TELUS Health)
• Access to digital health and well-being services through our benefits platform (TELUS Health)
• Health cash plans
• Wide range of internal development courses to support personal and professional development throughout your career journey with the Group
• Access to apprenticeships & accredited qualifications - Earn while you learn and gain nationally recognised qualifications (England Only)
• Company Sick Pay scheme
• Discounted Gym memberships at JD Gyms
• Life Assurance
• Access to colleague networks, to share lived experiences and support initiatives that drive positive change.
• Opportunities to volunteer and contribute to JD Foundation
• Employer engagement forums to help influence positive change
• Incremental Holiday Allowance