Deputy Manager - Birkenhead

Iceland Foods; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food retailer is seeking a committed Deputy Manager for their Birkenhead store. The role involves maximizing profits, leading a team, and ensuring operational excellence. Candidates should have proven retail management experience, strong leadership skills, and a customer-focused approach. Attractive benefits include a store discount and career development opportunities.

Benefits

15% discount in all Iceland and The Food Warehouse stores

33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Christmas vouchers

Refer a Friend scheme

Grocery Aid for confidential support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a retail management role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities.
• Customer-focused with a passion for delivering outstanding service.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Flexibility to work across different stores.

Responsibilities

• Maximise store profit through performance review and action.
• Engage and develop team members for better performance.
• Ensure compliance with security and cash handling processes.
• Lead the store operations in Store Manager's absence.
• Maintain excellent service levels in-store and digitally.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Job description

We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for a committed and passionate Deputy Manager to join our growing business. As Deputy Manager you will work in collaboration with the Store Manager to maximise profit, lead the team, deliver a seamless operation and ensure the success of our store.

Responsibilities

• Maximise profit:
  • Play an active role in all areas of store performance, reviewing sales, operations, and digital performance weekly to identify priorities and drive actions to improve results.
  • Focus on delivering great availability and cost controls through excellent processes.
  • Create a culture of "sell a £, save a £" to maximise store sales and profit.
  • Deliver on all agreed KPIs.
• Engage, develop & retain great people:
  • Support the Store Manager with Talking Shop and work well with the Talking Shop representative.
  • Drive team engagement by communicating effectively and showing appreciation and respect for every team member.
  • Foster an inclusive culture where everyone can be their best at work.
  • Take a proactive approach to upskilling the team using all available resources, development options, and on-the-job coaching to grow talent and improve capability.
  • Manage the team effectively using performance processes and continuous conversations.
• Doing the right processes and doing them right:
  • Ensure a store walk is completed daily to focus on what the customer sees and take relevant action.
  • Role model a proactive approach to service, both in-store and at the doorstep, always aiming to be the best place to shop.
  • Ensure all cash handling and security policies and processes are fully implemented in the store.
  • Deliver the best digital service by implementing all "One Best Way" processes in the store through the team.
  • Ensure legal compliance across all areas to minimise any risk to the business.
  • Implement all health and safety policies and processes fully in the store, keeping teams and customers safe.
• Leadership:
  • Lead by example to get the best from the team and provide the best service to customers.
  • Be approachable and respectful to customers and colleagues.
  • Work together with enthusiasm and take action to reduce waste.
  • Show consideration for the business and its people.
  • Take full responsibility for the store operation, colleagues, and customers in the Store Manager's absence.
  • Communicate effectively, having regular conversations and listening to understand.
  • Plan in advance, prioritising key tasks and activities.
  • Set the pace of the team by being hands‑on to deliver a great store.
  • Solve problems by making the right decisions for the store.
  • Coach the team by asking the right questions to drive performance and help them be their best.
  • Delegate tasks at the right time to the right colleagues.
  • Motivate the team to deliver consistent operational standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a retail management role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage priorities.
• Customer‑focused with a passion for delivering outstanding service.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Flexibility to work across different stores.

Benefits

• 15% discount in all Iceland and The Food Warehouse stores.
• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
• Christmas vouchers – increasing with length of service.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Christmas saving schemes.
• Long service awards.
• Option to join a healthcare plan.
• Grocery Aid for free and confidential financial, emotional and practical support.
• Clear career pathways with opportunities for development and progression.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.