Assistant Manager

Clarks; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail Trust

Life Assurance

Clarks Discount Card

Store Bonus Scheme

Holiday Pay

Eyecare Vouchers

Clarks Workplace Pension Scheme

Job summary

Clarks is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in the United Kingdom. You will support the Store Manager, lead a retail team, and drive daily operations to meet performance goals.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong customer focus, and the ability to manage store processes in a fast-paced environment. Weekend work and bank holidays are part of the pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail leadership or supervisory roles.
• Able to drive KPIs and results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead a team.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Willing to work a 7-day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Experience with POS, inventory management, MS Office/Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in leading the retail team and daily operations.
• Drive performance and achieve KPI targets.
• Oversee customer service and store operations.
• Coach and develop staff to maintain high standards.

Skills

Retail leadership

KPI driven

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Flexible shifts

Team leadership

Fast-paced environment

POS systems knowledge

Inventory management

MS Office / Google Workspace

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Why join us?

We’re more than just a shoe brand—we have been at the forefront of innovative shoemaking since its foundation in 1825. That’s right! 200 years! If you have a great attitude, love working with people, and are ready to grow in a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

Why join us?

We’re more than just a shoe brand—we have been at the forefront of innovative shoemaking since its foundation in 1825. That’s right! 200 years! If you have a great attitude, love working with people, and are ready to grow in a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

About The Role

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in leading our retail team and driving daily operations. This role is a blend of leadership, customer service, and operational management. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who can step in wherever needed to ensure the store runs smoothly and meets performance goals.

We’re Looking For Someone With

• Previous experience in retail leadership, supervisory, or keyholder roles preferred.
• Comfortable in driving KPI’s and results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Strong communication and Solid organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work a 7‑day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Basic knowledge of POS systems, inventory management, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace tools.

Benefits

We reward our Assistant Store Manager with a comprehensive package, including:

• Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Clarks Discount Card
• Store Bonus Schemeli>
• Holiday Pay
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Clarks Workplace Pension Scheme

Join us and bring your positive energy to Clarks – where every day is an adventure!