Assistant Manager

Glenshire Group; Dunblane; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading convenience store chain in Scotland is looking for an Assistant Manager to support daily operations and team leadership. This role offers opportunities for rapid progression to Store Manager within 3-6 months, with a focus on enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.

Benefits

Colleague discounts

Referral bonuses

Pension scheme

Team environment with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Management experience is essential.
• Food retail experience is preferred.
• Passion for retail and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing a team to enhance customer experience.
• Managing daily store operations to meet high standards.
• Driving business growth and meeting KPIs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Experience Enhancement

Operational Efficiency

Job description

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About Greens Retail

Greens Retail is the leading convenience store chain in Scotland, recognized as the Independent Retail Chain of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards 2018 and finalists in 2019, among other awards such as Scottish Local Retailer of the Year.

Location: Greens of Dunblane

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Hours: Full Time

Company Overview

We continue to grow, innovate, and expand across the East Coast of Scotland under the 'Greens' brand, with a mission to redefine convenience retailing by creating an exceptional customer experience and maintaining high store standards. Greens Retail is part of the Glenshire Group, a Scottish family-owned conglomerate involved in various sectors including retail, hospitality, property, and food delivery.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager in daily operations, team leadership, and store management with opportunities for rapid progression to Store Manager within 3-6 months. Key responsibilities include:

1. Leading and developing a team to enhance customer experience
2. Creating a positive working environment
3. Building community relationships and hosting events
4. Managing daily store operations to meet high standards
5. Recruitment, mentoring, and shift planning
6. Driving business growth and meeting KPIs
7. Ensuring health & safety compliance and operational efficiency

Requirements

• Management experience (essential)
• Food retail experience (preferred)

Candidates should be passionate about retail, detail-oriented, and willing to deliver excellent service. Even without management experience, a strong motivation and a strategic SWOT analysis with a compelling response can be considered.

Additional Information

Working hours: Minimum 40 hours/week, including evenings and weekends, with flexible scheduling options.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly salary
• Colleague discounts
• Referral bonuses
• Pension scheme
• Team environment with growth opportunities

Application Process

Start date: ASAP. Submit your CV to be contacted for next steps.