Deputy Store Manager — Lead, Inspire & Grow

Iceland Foods Ltd.; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount

33 days holiday

Christmas vouchers

Refer a Friend

Christmas saving schemes

Long service awards

Healthcare plan

Grocery Aid

Career progression

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Iceland Foods Ltd. in Perth, Scotland, is seeking a committed Deputy Manager to work with the Store Manager to maximise profit, lead the team, and ensure a seamless store operation.

You will review weekly performance, drive availability and cost controls, coach colleagues, and foster an inclusive culture so every team member can be their best.

The role offers a 15% store discount, 33 days holiday, Christmas vouchers, Refer a Friend scheme, healthcare options, and clear career pathways.

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

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Decision making

Prioritisation

Flexibility to work across stores

Job description

Iceland Foods Ltd. in Perth, Scotland, is seeking a committed Deputy Manager to work with the Store Manager to maximise profit, lead the team, and ensure a seamless store operation.

You will review weekly performance, drive availability and cost controls, coach colleagues, and foster an inclusive culture so every team member can be their best.

The role offers a 15% store discount, 33 days holiday, Christmas vouchers, Refer a Friend scheme, healthcare options, and clear career pathways.