Assistant Store Manager

RHR UK; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Maidstone. The role involves supporting the Store Manager, driving sales, and ensuring high levels of customer service. Ideal candidates should have a proactive approach, leadership skills, and a passion for retail. Full training is provided, making this a great opportunity for those looking to grow their retail management career. Join a vibrant team in a lively store environment with clear growth prospects.

Benefits

Industry-recognised qualification

Convenient transport links

Supportive and dynamic team

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the store ensuring costs are contained within targets.
• Help maximise 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

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 , 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 its 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 employees across our UK stores, we have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Maidstone.

Our store is situated in the heart of this historic town in Kent known for its unique balance between countryside charm and modern convenience, making it a desirable place to reside. As a central hub for fashion lovers in the community our Maidstone store offers a vibrant and rewarding environment to work in.

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 youre passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Maidstone we would love to hear from you.

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