Department Manager

Fashion & Retail Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Manchester is seeking a commercially driven Department Manager for their flagship store in the Trafford Centre. You will oversee a team, driving performance and operational excellence, while enjoying benefits like excellent staff discounts and a clear path for progression. This role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic retail environment.

Benefits

Excellent staff discount

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Clear path for progression

Bonus and recognition schemes

Wellbeing and mental health support

Company pension

Responsibilities

• Oversee a key department in a flagship-level store.
• Lead a team to deliver operational excellence.
• Ensure exceptional service across the department.

Skills

Strong experience managing a high-volume retail team

Confident in using data to drive KPIs and improve performance

Passionate about fashion and delivering results

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a globally recognised, trend-led fashion and lifestyle retailer known for its creative energy and youth-driven culture. They are looking for a commercially driven Department Manager to join our upcoming flagship-level store in the Trafford Centre, with a projected £6M turnover.

In this high-profile role, you’ll oversee a key department and lead a team to deliver operational excellence and exceptional service.

About you

• Strong experience managing a high-volume retail team
• Confident in using data to drive KPIs and improve performance
• Passionate about fashion, people, and delivering results

Benefits

• Excellent staff discount
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Clear path for progression and internal promotions
• Bonus and recognition schemes
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Company pension

This is a standout opportunity to be part of something big in one of the UK’s top shopping destinations.