Assistant Store Manager

JR United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in outdoor retail is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for their Bath store. This position involves leadership responsibilities, ensuring customer satisfaction, and optimizing store operations. Ideal candidates will have a retail management background and a passion for the outdoors, contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

40–60% staff discount

33 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Access to Perkbox for discounts

Comprehensive induction

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management, ideally in outdoor, apparel, or footwear sectors.
• Hands-on experience with a focus on service and team development.
• Understanding of retail compliance and visual standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a knowledgeable and enthusiastic team alongside the Store Manager.
• Ensure exceptional customer experiences and manage daily operations.
• Coaching the team and managing stock efficiently.

Skills

Customer-first approach

Team development

Operational awareness

Collaborative attitude

Job description

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Full Time | Fixed Term Contract (until December 2025)

Up to £29,000 + Annual Bonus

Join Cotswold Outdoor Group home to Cotswold Outdoor and Runners Need,as an Assistant Store Manager in our vibrant Bath store. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced retail leader who’s passionate about the outdoors and ready to support a team that shares that same passion.

About the Role

You’ll work alongside the Store Manager to lead a knowledgeable and enthusiastic team, ensuring an exceptional customer experience, smooth daily operations, and a visually inspiring store environment. Whether it’s coaching the team, managing stock, or stepping in as acting manager, your leadership will help the store thrive—especially as we continue our dual-brand journey.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in retail management, ideally in outdoor, apparel, or footwear sectors
• A hands-on, customer-first approach with a strong focus on service and team development
• Operational awareness and understanding of retail compliance and visual standards
• A collaborative, can-do attitude that inspires those around you

What We Offer

• Up to £29,000 salary + bonus of up to £2,025
• 40–60% staff discount across all our brands
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), with the option to purchase more
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, and critical illness cover
• Perkbox access for lifestyle discounts and benefits
• One-week comprehensive induction and genuine career progression

Why Bath?

Located in the heart of the city, our Bath store is a destination for outdoor lovers, offering the largest range of outdoor kit in the area. Our passionate team offers expert services including boot and rucksack fitting, and the addition of Runners Need enhances our offering for the running community.

We pride ourselves on our team culture, collaborative, supportive, and deeply connected by a shared love for the outdoors. If you’re ready to bring energy, structure, and leadership to a well-established store and team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help others discover the joy of outdoor adventure.