Assistant Store Manager

Peacocks; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular retail brand in East Grinstead is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager. The role offers the chance to support store operations, drive sales, and ensure excellent customer service. Candidates should have some management experience, be proactive, and have a desire to grow within the company. This position provides a supportive environment with career prospects and training qualifications. If you have a passion for retail, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Excellent career prospects

Supportive and dynamic team

Industry-recognised qualification

Qualifications

• Previous experience in management or supervision within a retail outlet desired.
• Fashion retail experience is a plus but not essential.
• Proactive approach and ability to work using own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the store ensuring costs are contained.
• Help maximise store profitability by promoting sales.
• Ensure high levels of customer service are maintained.
• Manage, coach, and motivate the team to achieve targets.
• Step in when required to ensure smooth store operations.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership Skills

Sales Acumen

Training and Development Focus

Career Ambition

Job description

At Peacocks we pride ourselves on delivering stylish quality fashion at affordable prices on the UK High Street. Having first started life as Penny Bazaar in 1884, we are now considered as an established and staple fashion brand with a strong commitment to value for money. We aim to offer our customers wearable style for all the family, whether it’s budget friendly fashion or the latest fashion trends. Our stores provide a welcoming and enjoyable shopping experience, reflecting our dedication to outstanding customer service.

If you are looking to join our team of over 3,000 employees across our 350 UK stores, we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in East Grinstead, West Sussex.

Our store is located in the charming market town of East Grinstead, nestled in the heart of West Sussex. Known for its rich history, vibrant high street, and strong sense of community, it’s a town that perfectly blends heritage with modern living. As a popular shopping destination for locals and visitors alike, our East Grinstead store offers a fast‑paced and fulfilling work environment with real potential for career growth. It’s a great time to join us, and we’re looking for someone enthusiastic to help drive our continued success in this thriving town.

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic team.
• Gain an industry‑recognised qualification within your first 18 months if desired.
• Enjoy a store location with convenient transport links and free parking.

As an Assistant Store Manager we are looking for a well‑rounded and commercial retail manager who is proactive in their approach and can work using their own initiative. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in management or supervision within a retail outlet.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Store Manager: Assist in the day‑to‑day running of the store ensuring costs are contained within targets.
• Drive Sales: Help maximise store profitability by promoting sales and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Customer Service: Ensure high levels of customer service are maintained at all times.
• Team Development: Manage, coach and motivate the team to achieve targets and lead by example.
• Deputise for the Manager: Step in when required to ensure smooth store operations.

What we’re looking for:

• Commercial Awareness: Understanding of the retail environment and how to drive business success.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire and guide your team.
• Sales Acumen: Proactive approach to increasing sales and engaging with customers.
• Training and Development Focus: Commitment to supporting team growth.
• Career Ambition: Desire to progress within our ever‑growing business.

Join Peacocks and be part of an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact. If you’re passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in East Grinstead we would love to hear from you.