Assistant Store Manager

Mandeville; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifestyle brand is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for their Sunderland outlet. This role involves leading a team, driving sales growth, and managing store operations. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of retail management experience, a strong sales track record, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, commission, and benefits including private medical insurance and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension

Staff lunches

Social events

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as an Assistant Store Manager, Retail Manager, or Outlet Manager.
• Proven track record of sales success and team leadership.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Take full responsibility for store performance, sales, and operations.
• Drive sales growth and exceed KPIs and targets.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team coaching

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - Lifestyle Brand

Salary: circa £30k + Commission + Benefits

Location: Sunderland Area

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Assistant Store Manager to lead a high-profile lifestyle brand outlet store in Sunderland. If you're commercially focused, passionate about retail, and thrive on leading people and driving sales, this could be your next step.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Take full responsibility for store performance, sales, and operations.
• Drive sales growth and exceed KPIs and targets.
• Deliver training and development so your team are confident brand ambassadors.
• Oversee stock control, compliance, health & safety, and store standards.
• Implement promotions and marketing activities to increase footfall and conversion.

Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience as an Assistant Store Manager / Retail Manager / Outlet Manager.
• Proven track record of sales success and team leadership.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Customer-focused with a hands-on, proactive approach.
• Flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + commission scheme.
• 25 days holiday.
• Private medical insurance, life insurance & pension.
• Staff lunches, social events & team initiatives.
• Clear training & career development opportunities.

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