Assistant Store Manager

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Lead, inspire, and excel – creating amazing value every day!

As an Assistant Store Manager, you are the vital link between the Store Manager and the store team. You play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of both your team and the customers within the community you serve. Your daily actions drive sales and allow you to showcase our value on GM and FMCG products through creative merchandising, both planned and off-plan, creating an environment where our core values come to life: love our customers, care for our colleagues, and protect the pounds (and euros).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Please submit your application early if interested.

Why Choose Us?

• Participation in our annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme, rewarding your contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development, including pursuing a Retail Manager Level 3 qualification through an apprenticeship.
• Comprehensive induction and in-house development programs to set you up for success.
• Four-weekly scheduled rotas, supporting work-life balance.
• Holiday entitlement increasing by one day annually, up to 33 days, plus your Birthday off.
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits and life assurance.
• In-store 10% discount and additional benefits via our online portal.
• Recognition and reward initiatives throughout the year.
• Access to Employee Assistance programs supporting well-being.

Your Impact:

Love our customers:

• Deliver excellent customer service consistently, being a role model in the store.
• Go above and beyond for customers, whether greeting, assisting, or managing checkouts, aligned with the 'two is a queue' initiative.

Care for our colleagues:

• Create a safe environment and ensure policy adherence.
• Support the team alongside the Store Manager.
• Manage new colleague inductions and collaborate on ongoing training and development through coaching.

Protect the pounds (and euros):

• Lead daily huddles to communicate and achieve commercial objectives, including sales, service, and shrinkage control.
• Ensure products are correctly priced, merchandised, and maintained for smooth store operations.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're eager to make an impact in a vibrant retail environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start a fulfilling career with us.

About us...

Founded in 1990, Poundland has grown into a retail leader with over 850 stores and nearly 17,000 colleagues across the UK and Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 expanded our reach, offering unmatched value to millions of customers.

At Poundland & Dealz, we not only provide unbeatable prices but foster an environment where colleagues can thrive and contribute to our mission of delivering value. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and sustainability, empowering our team to excel and make a difference in the communities we serve. Our core behaviors — Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds & Euros — guide everything we do, creating a fun, friendly, and inspiring workplace where everyone can be their best.