Deputy Store Manager

BM Stores; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail chain in the UK is seeking a Deputy Store Manager for its Whitchurch team. This hands-on role involves driving store performance while leading and coaching the team. Candidates should have retail management experience, strong leadership skills, and the flexibility to work varied shifts. Join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our fast-growing business with competitive salary and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus potential

Up to 33 days' holiday

10% discount at B&M and Heron Foods

Clear career path

Exclusive colleague perks & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment.
• Proven record of hitting KPIs.
• Experience in FMCG or big box retail is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Drive store performance and maintain high standards.
• Lead the team on the shop floor and coach them to success.
• Support compliance across stock, health & safety, and processes.

Skills

Retail management experience

Ability to lead, coach and develop teams

Commercial acumen

Flexible with shifts

Job description

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Are you a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Department Manager or Supervisor ready for your next step? Do you thrive in fast-paced retail and have a passion for leading and developing teams? Looking to become a future Store Manager? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We're recruiting a Deputy Store Manager to join our Whitchurch team. Reporting to the Store Manager, you'll play a key role in running the store - driving performance, maintaining high standards, and leading your team by example. This is a hands‑on role where you'll be active on the shop floor, setting the pace and coaching your team to success.

What we're looking for

• Retail management experience in a fast‑paced, high‑turnover environment
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop medium to large teams
• Strong commercial acumen and track record of hitting KPIs
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
• Experience in FMCG or big box retail is ideal, but not essential

You will thrive if you:

• Lead by example and build a strong sense of teamwork
• Work well under pressure and embrace a fast‑moving environment
• Support in driving compliance across stock, health & safety, and processes
• Love retail and bring passion and energy to everything you do
• Are ambitious and eager to grow into a Store Manager role

Why join B&M?

We're entering a new chapter under inspiring leadership that's committed to growth, collaboration, and fresh thinking. Our new leader brings a clear vision, renewed energy, and a people‑first approach‑making this the perfect time to join us and help shape the future of B&M!

We're one of the UK's fastest‑growing retailers, with over 780 stores and more on the way, so our growth means big opportunities.

• Competitive salary + bonus potential
• Up to 33 days' holiday
• 10% discount at B&M and Heron Foods
• Clear career path with real progression opportunities
• Exclusive colleague perks & wellbeing support

Ready to Step Up?

If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career and lead in a thriving store, apply now!

B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace for all colleagues.