Assistant Store Manager

SVP B Attitudelife; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Bradford is looking for a passionate and dynamic Assistant Store Manager. In this full-time role, you'll work alongside the Store Manager to drive sales, manage stock, and ensure excellent customer service while supporting community efforts. Ideal candidates will have retail experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to the organization's values.

Qualifications

• Retail experience with a proven track record of meeting targets.
• Empathy with the values and ethos of the SVP.
• Proactive approach to income generation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in achieving income and profit targets.
• Maximise Gift Aid contributions and local stock donations.
• Deliver first-class customer service and support community engagement.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Good level of English and Maths

Tools

EPOS systems

Social media

Job description

Vacancy Type Full Time / Permanent Location St Vincent’s Centre, Allenby House, Rees Way, Bradford, BD3 0DZ Salary £24,570.00 Application Deadline Sunday, June 29, 2025 Job Advert

Position:Assistant Store Manager
Location:Bradford
Salary:£24,570.00per annum
Contract:37.5 hours per week
Closing Date:29th June 2025
Subject to DBS check.

Are you passionate about retail and making a difference in your community? The St Vincent de Paul Society (England & Wales) is looking for a dynamic and motivatedAssistant Store Managerto support the day-to-day operations of our Bradford store.

About the Role

As Assistant Store Manager, you’ll work closely with the Store Manager to drive sales, maximise Gift Aid, and ensure the shop is welcoming, safe, and well-organised. You’ll play a key role in supporting volunteers, managing stock, and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in achieving income and profit targets
• Maximise Gift Aid contributions and local stock donations
• Maintain high standards of visual merchandising and stock rotation
• Ensure daily cash reconciliation and compliance with SVP policies
• Assist in volunteer recruitment, training, and retention
• Contribute to social media and online sales initiatives
• Act as key holder and Fire Marshal
• Deliver first-class customer service and support community engagement

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Retail experience with a proven track record of meeting targets
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Good level of English, Maths, and IT proficiency
• Organisational skills and a proactive approach to income generation
• Empathy with the values and ethos of the SVP

Desirable:

• Experience in charity retail and working with volunteers
• Knowledge of EPOS systems, social media, and online selling
• Visual merchandising and team-building skills
• Experience with KPIs and health & safety in larger retail units

Why Join Us?

At SVP, we’re more than just a charity shop. We’re a community. You’ll be part of a supportive team that’s committed to helping others and making a real impact. We offer opportunities for growth, training, and the chance to be part of something meaningful.

Closing date = 29th June 2025

Interviews = w/c 7th July 2025

Whilst we ask that staff have sympathy with Christian values, religion is not considered in recruitment as we value people of all faiths or none.

If you have any further questions, please contact the HR Team on 01274 513045 (option 3).

Unfortunately, if you have not received a response within four weeks of your application, you have not been successful on this occasion. We encourage early applications as we may close the listing early, when sufficient applicants have been received.

About the SVP:

The St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP) was established in England and Wales in 1844 and is part of a large and thriving Christian voluntary movement dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by providing practical assistance to people in need in 153 countries. Our core value is one of service and we treat each person as a unique individual deserving of dignity and respect. Person-to-person contact is therefore at the heart of our work and spending time with people is our greatest gift. We offer non-judgemental support to anyone in need, regardless of faith, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, or circumstances.

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