Assistant Manager

Mole Valley Farmers; Newbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scottish Widows contributory pension –

Up to 25% colleague discount in store

Free parking on site

33 days of annual leave (pro-rated for

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers in Newbury is seeking a confident Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager, drive commercial success and ensure every customer enjoys an exceptional experience. You will lead by example, motivate your team and oversee day-to-day store operations in the Manager's absence.

The role requires 40 hours per week, over five days, with a permanent contract and a focus on delivering excellent customer service and strong financial controls.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or management experience in retail or customer-facing roles.
• Experience with stock, merchandising and achieving commercial targets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of retail operations, sales, stock control and customer service.
• Able to interpret financial data and manage budgets.
• Good IT skills with awareness of Health & Safety and GDPR compliance.
• Natural ability to lead, motivate and inspire others.
• Proactive, approachable and solution-focused with a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive store sales and margin performance through innovative thinking.
• Collaborate on delivering the store's sales budget and business plan.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and maximise stock availability.
• Lead seasonal promotions and local events with creativity and customer focus.
• Put customers first with friendly, respectful and solution-oriented interactions.
• Recruit, onboard and develop team members who reflect our values.
• Manage stock integrity, store audits and financial controls with accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and company policies.

Job description

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: Retail

Location: Newbury

Description

We’re looking for a confident and customer-focused Assistant Manager to join our team. This is a key leadership role in supporting the Store Manager, driving commercial success, and ensuring every customer enjoys an exceptional experience. If you’re passionate about retail, love motivating teams, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full‑time

Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week, working 5 out of 7 days

As Assistant Manager, you’ll play a vital role in the day‑to‑day running of the store. You’ll lead by example, inspire your team, and create a positive, knowledgeable, and solution‑focused environment that reflects our values. You’ll also take on the responsibilities of the Store Manager in their absence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving store sales and margin performance through innovative thinking
• Collaborating on the creation and delivery of the store’s sales budget and business plan
• Ensuring visual merchandising standards are met and stock availability is maximised
• Leading seasonal promotions and local events with creativity and customer focus
• Putting customers first by ensuring every interaction is friendly, respectful, and solution‑oriented
• Recruiting, onboarding, and developing team members who embody our values
• Managing stock integrity, store audits, and financial controls with accuracy
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and company policies

About You

• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a retail or customer‑facing environment
• Experience managing stock, merchandising, and delivering commercial targets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock control, and customer service
• Confident interpreting financial data and managing budgets
• Solid IT skills and awareness of Health & Safety and GDPR compliance
• A natural ability to lead, motivate, and inspire others
• You’ll be proactive, approachable, and solution‑focused, with a flexible and team‑oriented attitude. A passion for delivering outstanding customer service and driving continuous improvement is key

What We Offer

• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% colleague discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part‑time colleagues)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Comprehensive colleague benefits
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies