Assistant Manager

Zachary Daniels; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £32,000

Career progression

Expanding UK retailer

People-first team culture

Job summary

Zachary Daniels in Huddersfield is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager, lead a high-performing team and drive performance in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment. You will focus on people leadership, performance management and operational excellence with clear progression opportunities into Store Management.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £32,000, exposure to a rapidly expanding UK retailer, and a pathway to advance your career while delivering

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Manager in a retail environment.
• Strong leadership on the shop floor and ability to motivate others.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Passion for customer service and achieving targets.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a department and step up as Duty Manager when required
• Support the Store Manager in delivering KPIs: sales, shrinkage, and wage control
• Drive exceptional customer service and team engagement
• Oversee stock control, merchandising, and compliance standards
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures are always followed
• Analyse store data to identify areas for improvement and growth

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Target driven

Job description

Join a Market-Leading Retailer - Assistant Manager | Huddersfield | Up to £32,000

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an ambitious retail professional ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a driven Assistant Manager to join one of the UK's fastest-growing value retailers. With a reputation for unbeatable customer service, career progression, and store expansion, now's the time to be part of something big.

About the Role

As Assistant Manager, you'll support the Store Manager and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment. Your role will focus on people leadership, performance management, and operational excellence - with clear progression opportunities into Store Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a department and step up as Duty Manager when required
• Support the Store Manager in delivering KPIs: sales, shrinkage, and wage control
• Drive exceptional customer service and team engagement
• Oversee stock control, merchandising, and compliance standards
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures are always followed
• Analyse store data to identify areas for improvement and growth

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as an Assistant Manager (or similar level) in a fast-paced retail environment
• A hands-on leader who thrives on the shop floor and motivates others
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Passionate about customer service and hitting targets
• Proactive and eager to develop into a future Store Manager

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary - up to £32,000
• Fast-paced, exciting environment with genuine career progression
• Be part of a business that’s expanding rapidly across the UK
• Make your mark and grow with a team that values people and performance

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