Assistant Store Manager

KAO; York; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beauty company is seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager for their York Outlet. In this full-time role, you will support the Store Manager to drive business success and develop a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years in retail management, preferably in fragrance or beauty. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits, including a generous staff discount and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

50% staff discount on all products

Up to 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

A day off on your birthday

Quarterly store bonus scheme

Ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years retail management experience.
• Experience in fragrance and beauty retail preferred.
• Flexibility to work across multiple locations and some travel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in driving business success.
• Make strategic and analytical decisions to support sales and profitability.
• Develop a high-performing team through coaching and training.

Skills

Retail management experience

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Customer-centric approach

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager with a passion for luxury to help lead our York Outlet store!

Position Details:

• Role: Assistant Store Manager – Full Time
• Location: York Outlet
• Hours per Week: 37.5
• Salary: £28,000 - £29,000

What We Offer:

• 50% staff discount on all Molton Brown products
• Up to 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• A day off on your birthday
• Quarterly store bonus scheme up to 0.70% of retail sales
• Quarterly product allocation (up to 5 items)
• Enhanced family leave
• Company health allowance
• Gym discounts
• Wellbeing support
• Ongoing development opportunities
• Recognition awards
• Access to e-learning platform with certifications and memberships

Role Responsibilities:

• Support the Store Manager in driving business success with a passion for excellence
• Make strategic and analytical decisions to support sales, KPIs, and profitability
• Model and promote exceptional customer service standards
• Develop a high-performing team through coaching, training, and engagement

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years retail management experience
• Experience in fragrance and beauty retail preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven leadership ability
• Strong commercial acumen
• Customer-centric approach
• Flexibility to work across multiple locations and some travel

Molton Brown is part of Kao, founded in Japan in 1887. Kao is committed to making a difference through high-quality products and creating a Kirei Life — a beautiful life that respects people and the planet. We are recognized among the World's Most Ethical Companies for 19 consecutive years, emphasizing our dedication to integrity, innovation, and respect.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. To learn more about us, visit Kao's website.