Deputy Head of Department

JR United Kingdom; Blair Atholl; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the heart of Highland Perthshire is seeking a Deputy Head of Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a diverse team in a celebrated department store, known for its commitment to excellence and customer service. The successful candidate will not only maintain high standards but also inspire and develop a relatively inexperienced team, fostering an environment of growth and achievement. With a focus on training and visual merchandising, this position promises job stability and career advancement in a friendly and welcoming workplace. If you are passionate about retail and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Year-round job stability

Great training and career growth

Massive discount in restaurant and store

Subsidised staff transport

Long-term service awards

Healthcare plan after one year

Generous employee referral scheme

Increasing holiday entitlement with service

Employee awards for best performers

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading retail teams to achieve high standards.
• Experience in training and developing team members is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department in engaging and developing the team.
• Maintain high standards and ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Retail Experience

Training and Development

Visual Merchandising

Education

Retail Management Experience

Job description

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My client is situated just off the A9 in the majestic Highland Perthshire. They are Scotland's most celebrated department store. Celebrating their 30th anniversary, they continue to expand and innovate, offering huge scope for career growth, job security and consistent hours of work all year round. A big company but on an intimate scale, they notice ability and hard work, recognising and rewarding loyal service. Their diverse customer base is reflected in their workplace, which is friendly and welcoming to all.

Role Overview

They are looking for a Deputy Head Of Department. This department is the most diverse and changing within their retail team and is known for its excellent service and high standards. They are looking for someone that will ensure these high standards are maintained daily by maintaining shopfloor presence and directing the team to get the best results.

About the Role

The successful candidate will support the Head of Department to engage and develop the team to assist them in reaching their full potential. The successful candidate will have retail experience. You will have a proven track record of leading a team. You will enjoy the challenge of leading a team to achieve high standards and sales targets and have a passion to succeed and deliver excellence. Due to consistent growth this is a relatively inexperienced team so someone that loves to train and watch the team develop is essential.

You will be

1. A Customer service Champion who leads by example
2. A Great Team Leader with a proven track record.
3. Collaborative, flexible and reliable.
4. Able to support a rapidly changing programme.
5. Interested in visual displays, with visual flair.
6. Positive with an approachable manner.

What they can offer you

1. Year round job stability
2. Great training and career growth
3. Massive discount in their restaurant and store
4. Staff transport provided from Perth and other local hubs - subsidised for all and free for NEC Card holders and Young Scot free bus holders
5. Long Term service awards – they reward their most loyal colleagues
6. Healthcare plan after one year service
7. Generous employee referral scheme
8. Holiday entitlement that increases with service
9. Employee Award - they recognise their best performing colleagues each month.