Assistant Store Manager

Peacocks; Kendal; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail brand is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join the team in Kendal. This role involves supporting the Store Manager, driving sales, and ensuring excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to retail, with prior management experience preferred. The position offers an opportunity to be part of a supportive team aimed at delivering high-quality fashion and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive and dynamic team environment

Industry-recognized qualification

Qualifications

• Previous experience in management or supervision within a retail outlet is ideal.
• Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the store ensuring costs are contained within targets.
• Help maximize store profitability by promoting sales and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Ensure high levels of customer service are maintained at all times.
• Manage, coach and motivate the team to achieve targets and lead by example.
• Step in when required to ensure smooth store operations.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership Skills

Sales Acumen

Training and Development Focus

Career Ambition

Job description

Company Overview

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 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.

Opportunity

If you are looking to join our team of over 3000 employees across our 350 UK stores, we have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Kendal.

Our store is located in the heart of Kendal, a busy market town in Cumbria known for its historic charm, cultural heritage, and stunning surroundings on the edge of the Lake District. It’s a great place to work, offering a friendly, fast‑paced environment where team members are valued and customer service is key.

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.

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 Kendal we would love to hear from you.