Assistant Manager – On The Bench – Ipswich/Colchester Area

Booker; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A wholesale retail company in Ipswich is seeking a Wholesale Store Manager. The successful candidate will lead a team to ensure efficient operations, safety, and exceptional customer service. Previous retail or wholesale experience is essential, along with a proven track record in team management. This role offers opportunities for career growth within the Booker Group.

Benefits

10% colleague card discounts

Pension matching contributions up to 5%

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Self-starter with sound operational understanding of store management.
• Successful track record of team management.
• Willingness to get involved with store operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure efficient and safe branch operations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and satisfaction.

Skills

Retail experience

Team management

Customer service

Operational procedures

Job description

What's in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work and opportunities for career growth, along with a fantastic benefits package:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months of service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% off, increasing to 15%, on most purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year. Additional discounts include 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus additional deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank (terms apply).
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses when spending £50 or more.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• An exclusive deals website with savings on everyday purchases, including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing you to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) where Booker matches your contributions up to 5%.
• Life assurance coverage for death in service, up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

About the role

Are you interested in a career in Wholesale Store Management? We seek self-starters with a sound operational understanding of store management who are comfortable making decisions while maintaining compliance and safety.

You will be responsible for

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will lead a team to ensure your branch operates efficiently, safely, legally, and provides excellent customer service. You will be dedicated to customer satisfaction, take pride in your work, and have a successful track record of team management. An enthusiastic attitude and ambition to excel are essential.

From day one, you'll be entrusted with real responsibilities and supported by a team committed to meeting customer needs.

You will need

Retail or wholesale experience is required, not necessarily from a food background. Familiarity with operational procedures, a proven success record, and a willingness to get involved are important. We offer opportunities to develop and grow your career within the Booker Group.