Cover Store Manager (full time)

Deichmann; Brighton; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company is seeking a Cover Store Manager in Brighton. The role involves supporting multiple stores, delivering excellent customer service, and leading a team. A salary of £30,500 is offered for this full-time position, with flexibility across the week. Candidates should have retail experience and strong motivational skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with retail experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and coach the team to deliver excellent customer service.
• Draft rotas in line with payroll budgets.
• Analyze sales figures and reports.
• Ensure company standards are maintained.

Skills

Motivational skills

Coaching abilities

Strong communication skills

Numeracy skills

Job description

Job Title: Cover Store Manager (Full Time), Brighton

Client:

Deichmann Shoes

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

5f98c9269c9f

Job Views:

22

Posted:

31.07.2025

Expiry Date:

14.09.2025

Job Description:

Purpose: Deichmann Shoes has an exciting opportunity to join our growing business as a Cover Store Manager, supporting our store in Brighton and other stores in the surrounding area.

This role involves covering & supporting stores including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Crawley, Horsham, and others within a reasonable commuting distance.

As a Cover Store Manager, you will be offered a salary of £30,500 per annum. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring full flexibility across the week.

After initial training, you will support multiple stores, gaining understanding of store operations and travel within a defined geographical area. Successful completion of training may lead to promotion to Store Manager.

Key activities include:

• Motivating and coaching the team to deliver excellent customer service.
• Leading by example in promoting and upselling products.
• Drafting rotas in line with payroll budgets.
• Stock management.
• Analyzing sales figures and reports.
• Ensuring company standards are maintained (merchandising, administration).
• Working to targets and KPIs.
• Assisting with recruitment and team development.

Personal characteristics:

• Hands-on leader with retail or related industry experience.
• Positive, flexible, with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivational, coaching, and inspiring skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Methodical, organized, and structured.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Full UK driving license preferred due to travel requirements.