Deputy Store Manager

Pets at Home Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet care business in Coventry is seeking a Deputy Manager to help oversee daily operations and ensure an exceptional customer experience. The role involves inspiring a team, driving sales, and managing core store functions such as recruitment and stock control. Candidates should have management experience in retail, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. This position includes a comprehensive training program and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus opportunities

28 days paid leave

Birthday off

Life assurance

Company pension contribution

Colleague discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year management experience in a retail environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work a 7-day shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead team to create a customer-focused environment.
• Drive sales performance and achieve key KPIs.
• Oversee store operations and compliance.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Retail passion

Flexibility

Job description

We're looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team in Coventry Walsgrove. As the Deputy Store Manager, you'll work closely with the Store Manager to oversee the store's day-to-day operations and ensure the best possible experience for our customers and their pets. When the Store Manager is unavailable, you'll take full responsibility for the store, leading the team and managing all aspects of the business, from recruitment and performance management to stock control and maintaining our high standards. Your key responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Inspiring and leading your team to create a fun, engaging, and customer-focused environment.
• Driving sales performance and achieving key KPIs.
• Overseeing store operations, including recruitment, stock management, and compliance with health and safety.
• Acting as Duty Manager when the Store Manager is unavailable.
• Leading by example and contributing to the store's overall success.

We'll provide comprehensive training and development opportunities to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service and care to our customers and their pets.

Qualifications

• Have at least 1 year of management experience in a retail environment.
• Are passionate about retail and delivering exceptional results.
• Are flexible to work a 7-day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Have excellent communication and leadership skills to engage and inspire your team.
• Are ready to commit to 6 months of training, covering customer service, health and safety, and pet care.

We're Pets at Home, one of the UK's leading pet care businesses. If you're passionate about pets, you'll love our Pet Care Centres, which include everything from pet products and grooming salons to Vets for Pets practices. Our centres are hubs of the community, bringing people together to help local pet owners provide the best care for their companions.

Benefits

• Annual bonus opportunities.
• 28 days paid leave, rising to 33 days after 2 years (including bank holidays).
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style.
• Life assurance worth 4x your annual salary.
• A 4% company pension contribution.
• Colleague discounts, including 20% off Pets at Home and 30% off our own-brand products.