Assistant Store Manager - Lancaster

Bonmarche; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for a new store opening in Lancaster. The ideal candidate will drive sales, ensure excellent customer service, and demonstrate leadership abilities. This role offers opportunities for personal development and growth in the retail environment. Join a supportive team and contribute to the success of the new store while gaining an industry-recognized qualification within your first 18 months.

Benefits

Career prospects

Supportive team environment

Industry-recognized qualification

Qualifications

• Desirable fashion retail experience; full training provided.
• Previous experience in management or supervision within retail.
• Proactive and able to work using own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in day-to-day running of the store.
• Help maximize store profitability by promoting sales.
• Ensure high levels of customer service are maintained.
• Manage, coach and motivate the team to achieve targets.
• Step in for the Manager when required.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership Skills

Training and Development Focus

Sales Acumen

Career Ambition

Job description

At Bonmarché, we take pride in offering stylish, high-quality fashion at great value. As a long standing brand, with a commitment to providing affordable, flattering clothing, we cater to a diverse customer base, specialising in fashion inclusive to everyone. At Bonmarché we believe that great people make great companies, and are the key to our friendly and enjoyable shopping experience, reflecting our dedication to excellent customer service and a personal touch.

If you are looking to join our team of 1,900 people and actively promote personal development and improvement of our workforce, we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team at our new store opening in Lancaster.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team at Bonmarché in our brand-new store located in the Marketgate Shopping Centre. Lancaster is a historic city offering a range of shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. With excellent transport links, including easy access to nearby cities, our new store offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth and development. It’s an exciting place to be and we’re looking for someone to help drive the success of our brand new store.

What’s in it for you?
• Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic team.
• Gain an industry-recognised qualification within your first 18 months, if desired.
• Enjoy a store location with convenient transport links.

As an Assistant Store Manager we are looking for a well-rounded and commercial retail manager who is proactive in their approach and can work using their own initiative. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in management or supervision within a retail outlet.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support the Store Manager: Assist in the day-to-day running of the store ensuring costs are contained within targets.
• Drive Sales: Help maximise store profitability by promoting sales and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Customer Service: Ensure high levels of customer service are maintained at all times.
• Team Development: Manage, coach and motivate the team to achieve targets and lead by example.
• Deputise for the Manager: Step in when required to ensure smooth store operations.

What we’re looking for:
• Commercial Awareness: Understanding of the retail environment and how to drive business success.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire and guide your team.
• Training and Development Focus: Commitment to supporting team growth.
• Sales Acumen: Proactive approach to increasing sales and engaging with customers.
• Career Ambition: Desire to progress within our ever-growing business.

Join Bonmarche and be part of an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact. If you’re passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Lancaster we would love to hear from you.

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