Assistant Store Manager

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

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Lichfield is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the store. The role focuses on driving sales, ensuring excellent customer service and team development. Candidates should possess leadership skills and a proactive approach to improving business success. This opportunity offers great career progression within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Excellent career prospects

Supportive and dynamic team

Industry-recognised qualification

Free parking

Qualifications

• Fashion retail experience desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience in management or supervision within a retail outlet.

Responsibilities

• Assist in 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.
• Step in when required to ensure smooth store operations.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership Skills

Sales Acumen

Training and Development Focus

Career Ambition

Job description

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 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 3000 employees across our 350 UK stores, we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Lichfield, Staffordshire.

Located in this historic city, our store is in the heart of Lichfield, known for its cathedral, local shops, and friendly community. With great transport links, including regular trains to Birmingham and nearby towns, Lichfield offers a great balance between work and everyday life. The city has plenty of green spaces, making it a great place to live and work. Our Lichfield store has room to grow, and we’re looking for someone to help play a part in its continued success in this well-connected city.

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 Lichfield we would love to hear from you.

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