Assistant Manager

Wickes; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 7.5%

Employer pension contribution up to 10%

Up to 35 days of annual leave including bank holidays

20% colleague discount

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

A leading home improvement retailer in Bracknell is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead store operations during shifts. You will inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service and manage diverse tasks ranging from customer planning sessions to deliveries. The role promises a dynamic work environment along with significant benefits including an annual bonus, pension contributions, and comprehensive wellbeing initiatives aimed at an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced customer facing environment.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks that arise daily.
• Passionate about delivering excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Inspire colleagues to provide the best customer experience.
• Manage multiple functions across the store during shifts.
• Ensure safety of staff and customers.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Leadership

Organisation

Job description

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The Role…

An Assistant Manager is the go-to person in the store on shift. You will be there to help inspire your colleagues to deliver the best customer experience in the business and help overcome any issues you come across. Due to the service that Wickes provides, you would be required to help multiple functions across the store. This could mean helping someone plan their dream bathroom one minute and then having to nip outside to help take in the delivery the next. All of this whilst ensuring everyone is kept safe.

About you…

You will have experience in running the show in a fast-paced customer facing environment and be someone who can handle the variety that each day at Wickes brings. You will be highly organised with a passion for ensuring our customers receive the best service we can deliver, all whilst inspiring and leading your team.

What we can offer you…

Our unique culture means we believe in doing the right thing and helps us to win for our customers, planet and people. Together, we help you get what you want from your role, so you can make your working experience your own and experience beyond the everyday.

• Up to 7.5% annual bonus and up to £300 per month gain share bonus
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Up to 35 days of annual leave including 8 days of bank holidays

Other financial and wellbeing benefits include: 20% colleague discount, Save-as-you-earn scheme, Cashback health scheme, Cycle to work, Life assurance, Peppy, Aviva Digital GP, Financial Education & loans, Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership.

We aim to create an inclusive workplace with colleagues' wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. If you are interested in flexible working you can read our flexible working statement here or let us know when you apply and we can talk this through as part of your application process.

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