Assistant Store Manager - Fareham Westbury (N102965)

NEXT Retail Ltd.; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Fareham seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager. You will support the Store Manager by leading and inspiring a high-performing team while ensuring exceptional customer service and operational efficiency. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as a passion for retail to create a fantastic shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and coaching teams effectively.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring the team.
• Create an atmosphere focused on amazing service and performance targets.
• Ensure accurate communication to meet business needs.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

To be a successful Assistant Store Manager you will:

• Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and stepping up to cover the store when needed
• Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of everything you do, in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient and safe
• Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team
• Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs
  You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit
• You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers
• A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with the new objectives
• A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others
• Confidently problem solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward
• Experienced in leading and coaching a high performing team and effectively dealing with people issues
• An effective multi‑tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.