Deputy Manager

Zachary Daniels; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Daniels in Bristol is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead a high-profile fashion store. You will collaborate with the Store Manager to drive sales, coach the team, and ensure an exceptional customer experience on the shop floor.

The role requires flexibility to cover store leadership in the manager's absence, attention to stock and operations, and hands-on merchandising. A proven track record in fashion retail leadership and customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager or Supervisor in a fashion retail environment.
• A proven ability to lead and motivate a retail team.
• Strong commercial awareness and a passion for achieving results.
• A genuine focus on customer service.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A passion for fashion, people and delivering high standards.
• The ambition to develop and progress their retail career.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Store Manager in driving sales and commercial performance
• Leading, motivating and developing the team
• Taking responsibility for the store in the Store Manager's absence
• Delivering an outstanding customer experience
• Supporting visual merchandising and store presentation
• Maintaining high standards across stock, operations and compliance
• Using KPIs and commercial insight to maximise sales opportunities
• Building strong customer relationships and representing the brand

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service focus

Communication skills

Fashion retail experience

Job description

Deputy Manager | Fashion Retail | Bristol | Up to £31k + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a thriving fashion brand as Deputy Manager within a high-profile store in Bristol.

We're looking for an ambitious, commercially driven and customer-focused retail professional who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll play a key role in driving sales, developing the team and delivering an exceptional customer experience. You'll be hands-on, leading from the shop floor and helping to create a high-performing, positive store environment.

The Deputy Manager Opportunity

You’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the Store Manager in driving sales and commercial performance
• Leading, motivating and developing the team
• Taking responsibility for the store in the Store Manager's absence
• Delivering an outstanding customer experience
• Supporting visual merchandising and store presentation
• Maintaining high standards across stock, operations and compliance
• Using KPIs and commercial insight to maximise sales opportunities
• Building strong customer relationships and representing the brand

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager or Supervisor in a fashion retail environment
• A proven ability to lead and motivate a retail team
• Strong commercial awareness and a passion for achieving results
• A genuine focus on customer service
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A passion for fashion, people and delivering high standards
• The ambition to develop and progress their retail career

If you're an ambitious retail professional looking for your next step with an exciting fashion brand in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.