Assistant Store Manager

Cotswold Outdoor Group; Brecon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading outdoor retailer as an Assistant Store Manager in Brecon. You'll lead a passionate team, drive store performance, and provide exceptional customer service in a vibrant outdoor environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and generous staff discounts.

Benefits

40–60% staff discount

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Access to Perkbox benefits

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing or supervising a retail team.
• Strong operational awareness with excellent customer service skills.
• Genuine enthusiasm for the outdoors and solid product knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager to drive store performance and meet targets.
• Take ownership of stock management, operational procedures, and audits.
• Deliver expert in-store services including boot and rucksack fittings.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Retail Management

Product Knowledge

Job description

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Talent Partner | Cotswold Outdoor Group | People-First Hiring in Retail | Passionate About Purpose, Culture & the Outdoors

Assistant Store Manager – Cotswold Outdoor Brecon

Salary: £27,500 + up to £2,025 annual bonus

Hours: 40 hours per week | Full-time, Permanent

Are you ready to take the next step in your retail leadership career? Join Cotswold Outdoor Group as an Assistant Store Manager in Brecon and be part of a passionate team serving outdoor enthusiasts in one of the UK’s most stunning natural landscapes.

At Cotswold Outdoor Group—which includes Cotswold Outdoor, Runners Need, and Snow+Rock—we are committed to offering top-quality gear, exceptional customer service, and a strong focus on sustainability.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Store Manager to drive store performance and meet targets
• Take ownership of stock management, operational procedures, and audits
• Deliver expert in-store services including boot and rucksack fittings, 3D Footscan, and more
• Lead by example and help develop your team on the shop floor
• Inspire a customer-first culture by delivering outstanding service

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience managing or supervising a retail team
• Strong operational awareness with excellent customer service skills
• Genuine enthusiasm for the outdoors and solid product knowledge
• The ability to motivate, coach, and develop others in a fast-paced retail environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £27,500 plus a performance-related bonus of up to £2,025
• Generous 40–60% staff discount across all our outdoor brands
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Access to Perkbox benefits, pension scheme, and career development opportunities

About the Brecon Store

Situated at the end of the high street near the crossroads, our Brecon store is perfectly positioned with the Brecon Beacons National Park right on our doorstep. We stock a wide range of outdoor clothing and equipment from leading brands like The North Face, Jack Wolfskin, Ayacucho, and Craghoppers.

Our team is as passionate about the outdoors as our customers, with expertise covering everything from running and biking to mountain rescue. Free in-store services include boot and rucksack fittings to ensure maximum comfort and support for your adventures.

• Prime location with direct access to Brecon Beacons National Park
• Knowledgeable staff including travellers, runners, bikers, and Mountain Rescue Team members
• Extensive range of camping gear and accessories perfect for family trips and outdoor enthusiasts
• Fully accessible with full DDA compliance

Ready to step up and lead in a vibrant, adventurous environment? Apply today and help our customers gear up for their next outdoor adventure!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Customer Service, and Management

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion and Retail

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