Assistant Store Manager

Pertemps London; Bristol; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading storage company in Bristol is seeking an Assistant Manager to take responsibility for the store's operations. The role involves handling customer enquiries, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously and within a team. This permanent position offers a salary of £28,136 plus bonus and promises a supportive team environment with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus opportunities

Career development and progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to various working situations.
• Accountability for actions in the absence of a Store Manager.
• Confidence in company's projects and services after training.

Responsibilities

• Run the store efficiently and meet financial targets.
• Handle customer sales enquiries in-store and over the phone.
• Maintain store cleanliness and adhere to Health & Safety protocols.
• Manage store staff and suggest improvements for operations.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Effective listening skills

Ability to work in a small team

Confidence in company projects

Job description

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager for a leading storage company in Bristol. This is a Permanent position.

Responsibilities as an Assistant Manager:

1. Take responsibility for the running of the store
2. Deal effectively with sales enquiries from customers over the telephone and face to face
3. Maximise every sales enquiry
4. Complete all administrative tasks
5. Set up and control of store marketing tasks
6. Contribute to achieving the financial targets for the store
7. Identify and suggest opportunities for improvement
8. Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the store
9. Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed
10. Manage and monitor store staff working practices
11. Identify and report store repair and maintenance issues
12. Ensure compliance with company operational and financial policies

Requirements for an Assistant Manager:

1. Good written and verbal communication skills
2. Effective listening and clear speaking skills when communicating with customers
3. Ability to work in a small team and adapt to lone working
4. Accountability for store actions in the absence of a Store Manager
5. Confidence and knowledge of company projects and services after induction and probation

The Role:

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, either 7:30am - 4:00pm or 9:30am - 6:00pm
• Salary: £28,136 plus bonus
• Permanent role with a fantastic team environment
• Opportunities for career development and progression