Assistant Store Manager

Clarks; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail Trust

Life Assurance

Clarks Discount Card

Store Bonus Scheme

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Clarks Bluewater store is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to assist the Store Manager in leading the retail team and daily operations. The role blends leadership, customer service and operational management in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have retail leadership experience, strong KPI focus, and excellent communication skills to inspire the team and drive store performance. Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail leadership, supervisory, or keyholder roles preferred.
• Comfortable in driving KPI’s and results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Strong communication and solid organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work a 7-day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Basic knowledge of POS systems, inventory management, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the store team in daily operations.
• Drive performance and achieve store targets and KPI metrics.
• Collaborate with Store Manager to maintain exemplary customer service.
• Ensure smooth administration of inventory, POS, and reporting processes.

Skills

Retail leadership

KPI tracking

Team motivation

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

POS systems

MS Office/Google Workspace

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

MS Office/Google Workspace

Job description

2353 - Clarks Bluewater, Unit L014 Lower RoseGallery Bluewtr, Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 11:00 PM

We’re more than just a shoe brand—we have been at the forefront of innovative shoemaking since its foundation in 1825. That’s right! 200 years! If you have agreat attitude, love working with people, and are ready to grow in a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

About the role :

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in leading our retail team and driving daily operations. This role is a blend of leadership, customer service, and operational management. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who can step in wherever needed to ensure the store runs smoothly and meets performance goals.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in retail leadership, supervisory, or keyholder roles preferred.
• Comfortable in driving KPI’s and results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Strong communication and Solid organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work a7-day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Basic knowledge of POS systems, inventory management, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace tools.

We reward our Assistant Store Manager with a comprehensive package, including:

• Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Clarks Discount Card
• Store Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Pay

Join us and bring your positive energy to Clarks – where every day is an adventure!

2353 - Clarks Bluewater, Unit L014 Lower RoseGallery Bluewtr, Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom