Assistant store manager

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

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Woodley is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations and drive sales. This role involves managing a dynamic team and ensuring excellent customer service, with a focus on commercial awareness and leadership. Previous retail management experience is advantageous, but full training will be provided. Join this exciting opportunity for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company pension

Employee discount

Store discount

Qualifications

• Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
• 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 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 a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Woodley.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Woodley. Our store is located in the heart of this lively town in Wiltshire, known for its rich history and modern amenities. As a popular destination for fashion lovers in the area, our Woodley store offers a dynamic and rewarding environment to work in, with plenty of opportunities for growth and development. It’s an exciting place to be, and we’re looking for someone to help drive our success in this rapidly growing town.

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 Woodley we would love to hear from you.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift
Weekend availability
Work Location: In person