Assistant Store Manager (Maternity Cover)

VF CORPORATION; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global apparel company is looking for an Assistant Store Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Sheffield. The successful candidate will support the Store Manager in driving sales, mentoring team members, and ensuring excellent customer experience. Previous retail management experience and proficiency in English are required. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits including training and career ownership.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Staff discounts

Pension

Tailored training

Qualifications

• Experience in opening and closing a store.
• Ability to work flexibly on weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and profitability in synergy with Store Manager.
• Motivate, mentor, and coach sales associates.
• Assist Store Manager in implementing retail processes.
• Stay on top of operational procedures like inventory and P&L.
• Provide cover in Store Manager's absence.

Skills

Customer interaction

Hands-on leadership

Mentoring employees

Sales maximization

Communication in English

MS Office proficiency

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Overview

Assistant Store Manager (12-month fixed-term contract)

Do you want to join one of our exceptional management teams and help drive consumer experience in one of our stores? We are looking for a passionate Assistant Store Manager to join our Timberland team based at our store in Meadowhall shopping centre. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity to cover maternity leave. As an Assistant Store Manager your input will be vital in supporting your Store Manager, helping contribute to the success of your store.

Timberland is part of the VF family. VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Timberland is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of premium footwear, apparel and accessories for the outdoor lifestyle. We have been guided by a higher purpose: to inspire and equip the world to step outside, work together and make it better.

Responsibilities

• Driving sales and profitability in synergy with your Store Manager
• Motivating, mentoring, and coaching sales associates
• Assisting your Store Manager in implementing established retail processes and looking for ways to improve them
• Staying on top of core retail operational procedures such as inventory and P&L
• Reporting performance metrics and demonstrating understanding of KPIs to improve store results
• Ensuring the store aligns with brand visual merchandising guidelines
• Providing cover in the store manager's absence

What makes you the perfect Assistant Store Manager?

• You love interacting with customers and set a great example with hands-on leadership, enthusiasm, and a passion for delivering a fantastic customer experience
• You take initiative when the Store Manager is absent
• You can help create a great team that shares your vision and takes pride in mentoring employees, fostering growth and engagement
• You have experience in opening and closing a store, leading a team to maximise sales and boost productivity
• You have excellent written and verbal communication in English (another language is a plus but not required)
• You are proficient in MS Office and different POS systems
• You are flexible with weekends, evenings and holidays as necessary

Guiding Principles

Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.

What’s in it for you?

We offer comprehensive benefits that support mental, physical, and financial well-being. We provide a competitive salary, bonus, pension and staff discounts. In addition:

• Career ownership, enabling you to build knowledge across different brands
• A supportive, feedback-based culture guided by respect and integrity
• Tailored training from induction to ongoing learning opportunities

Free to Be

We foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to a workplace that celebrates diversity and allows associates to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF supports disadvantaged groups while providing equal opportunities for associates and applicants alike.

How to apply

If you liked what you have read and want to join our team, we would be keen to hear from you. Due to the high volume of candidates we receive, we will only contact successful applicants for the interview stage.

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