Assistant Store Manager (Manchester - 6 Month FTC)

Arne Clo Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, supervise the store team, and enhance customer service. Candidates should have previous retail management experience and strong leadership skills. The role is a six-month fixed-term contract starting in late October 2025, with flexible hours during peak periods.

Benefits

32 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off

Generous staff discount & uniform allowance

Annual and quarterly bonus schemes based on performance

Private healthcare after probation

Life assurance from day one

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire a team.
• Excellent customer service skills with a passion for retail.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily operations.
• Supervise and motivate the store team.
• Assist in recruitment and training of store staff.
• Analyse sales performance and customer feedback.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Application Prompt

1. Tell us a little about yourself - i.e. what you're currently doing for work, what you enjoy doing in your spare time. 2. Explain why you think you'd be a great fit for Team ARNE - i.e. what do you think you could bring to the retail space, what's encouraged you to apply for a role at ARNE. Requirements

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in the daily operations of the store, ensuring smooth and effective functioning.
• Supervise and motivate the store team, ensuring they deliver excellent customer service.
• Assist in recruitment, training, and performance management of store staff.
• Analyse sales performance and customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain store merchandising standards, ensuring compliance with brand guidelines.
• Handle inventory management, including stock replenishment and inventory audits.
• Assist in implementing promotional plans and marketing initiatives within the store.
• Ensure that the store environment is clean, safe, and welcoming for customers.
• Act as a role model for customer service and commitment to the ARNE brand values.
• Manage the store in the absence of the Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire a team.
• Excellent customer service skills with a passion for retail.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data.
• Good understanding of merchandising standards and visual presentation.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

About ARNE

ARNE's retail vision is to redefine what shopping feels like. Every space we create embodies our 'less is more' approach, understated yet elevated, blending minimal, high-quality products with a store environment that's anything but average. We're challenging the traditional retail model and setting a new standard where exceptional design, accessible pricing and meaningful customer experiences sit side by side.

Contract Details

Reporting to our Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager will support in all aspects of store operations, including sales performance, team leadership, customer experience and operational excellence. They will lead by example on the shop floor and support teammates with coaching and feedback. This role is a six‑month fixed‑term contract with an anticipated start date late October 2025. Due to the nature of this role and our pop‑up being open over peak (Black Friday and the Christmas Period) working hours may vary.

EEO Statement

ARNE are an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diverse people bring different skills and are committed to ensuring our business supports the needs of potential colleagues from ethnic minority backgrounds and colleagues who may be disabled or neurodiverse. We are committed to creating a great place to work through diversity and inclusivity and strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team.

Benefits

• We are proud to be recognised as a Medium sized Sunday Times Best Place to Work for 2024
• 32 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off
• Holidays increasing up to 36 days with service
• Option to buy / sell holidays
• Generous staff discount & uniform allowance
• Annual and quarterly bonus schemes based on company performance
• Private healthcare including dental & optical plans after probation
• Health cash plan from day one
• Life assurance paying 5x annual salary from day one
• Discounted marketplace with money off / cash back from 100's of places
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech scheme