Assistant Store Manager

TN United Kingdom; Torquay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant retail environment as an Assistant Store Manager, where you will inspire your team and enhance customer experiences. This role is pivotal in driving sales and ensuring smooth store operations through effective merchandising and team support. With a commitment to customer care and colleague well-being, you will thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values professional development. This established retail leader offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and recognition. If you are passionate about retail and eager to make a difference, apply now to embark on a fulfilling journey.

Benefits

Annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Induction Programs

Planned Rota Schedules

Increased Holiday Entitlement

Enhanced Family-Friendly Benefits

10% In-Store Discount

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or a similar role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service and support the team.
• Lead daily huddles to achieve sales and service objectives.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Merchandising

Sales Management

Education

Retail Management Qualification

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Lead, inspire, and excel – creating amazing value every day!

As an Assistant Store Manager, you are the vital link between the Store Manager and the store team. You play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of your team and customers within your community. Your daily actions drive sales and showcase our value on GM and FMCG products through creative merchandising, fostering an environment aligned with our core values: loving our customers, caring for colleagues, and protecting the pounds (and euros).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Please submit your application promptly if interested.

Why Choose Us?

• Annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme recognizing your contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development, including a Retail Manager Level 3 qualification via apprenticeship.
• Comprehensive induction and in-house development programs.
• Rota schedules planned four weeks in advance, supporting work-life balance.
• Holiday entitlement increases by one day annually, plus a birthday day off.
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits and life assurance.
• 10% in-store discount and additional benefits via our online portal.
• Recognition and reward initiatives throughout the year.
• Access to Employee Assistance programs for well-being support.

Your Impact:

Love our customers:

• Deliver excellent customer service consistently, going above and beyond to meet customer needs.
• Maintain the 'two is a queue' initiative by assisting at checkouts and greeting customers.

Care for our colleagues:

• Create a safe, policy-compliant environment for your team.
• Support the team alongside the Store Manager.
• Oversee inductions and collaborate on ongoing training and development.

Protect the pounds (and euros):

• Lead daily huddles to communicate and achieve commercial objectives related to sales, service, and shrinkage.
• Ensure products are properly priced, merchandised, and maintained for smooth store operations.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're eager to make an impact in a vibrant retail environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start a fulfilling career with us.

About us...

Founded in 1990, Poundland has grown into a retail leader with over 900 stores and nearly 18,500 colleagues across the UK and Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 expanded our reach, enabling us to serve millions with unbeatable value.

We foster an environment where colleagues thrive and contribute to our mission of providing value to customers. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and sustainability, supported by our three core behaviors: Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds & Euros.

Living these behaviors daily creates a fun, friendly, and surprising workplace where everyone can be their best.