Designate Store Manager (38295)

China-Britain Business Council; Warmley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Designate Store Manager to lead teams and drive performance across various locations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in retail or hospitality management, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and an opportunity to grow your career with a brand committed to wellbeing.

Benefits

Up to 28-days Annual Leave

25% discount in store and online

Access to fitness and wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Experience as a retail or hospitality manager.
• Skilled in driving results and developing teams.
• Flexible to travel within your region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire store teams to deliver outstanding results.
• Support stores to drive commercial performance.
• Oversee marketing campaigns and promotions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Team management

Customer focus

Education

Experience in retail or hospitality management

Job description

Salary: Up to £28,600 per annum (depending on experience)

Are you an experienced retail or hospitality manager who thrives on driving results and developing high‑performing teams? Do you enjoy stepping into new challenges and making an impact from day one? At Holland & Barrett, our Designate Store Managers are trusted leaders who play a vital role in supporting and shaping success across the region. You'll bring your experience, adaptability, and leadership strength to stores that need your expertise, ready to take the reins when a Store Manager role becomes available.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and inspire store teams across your region to deliver outstanding results and exceptional customer service.
• Step in to support stores where your leadership makes the biggest impact — from driving commercial performance to coaching and developing teams.
• Champion a culture that puts customers first and promotes healthier, happier living.
• Ensure operational excellence across compliance, stock accuracy, and visual standards.
• Collaborate closely with Store and Regional Managers to deliver consistent performance and drive regional goals.
• Support recruitment, training, and team development to build capability and engagement across the network.
• Oversee marketing campaigns, promotions, and planogram execution to maintain high brand standards.
• Complete our Qualified to Advise training to enhance your ability to support customers with trusted expertise.

Who you are:

• A confident and experienced retail or hospitality leader who can hit the ground running.
• Skilled in leading teams, driving performance, and delivering commercial success.
• A strong communicator who leads by example, coaching others to achieve their best.
• Organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities across different stores.
• Passionate about wellbeing and making a real difference to customers’ lives.
• Flexible to travel within your region and ready to step into a permanent Store Manager position when it arises.

What we offer:

• Up to 28-days Annual Leave
• 25% discount in store and online (plus free delivery)
• Exclusive discounts on well‑known brands
• Access to ‘Wellhub' with gyms, studios and wellbeing apps
• Free 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• And so much more to support your personal and professional wellbeing

Holland & Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart – making health and wellness a way of life for everyone.

👉 Ready to grow your leadership career with a brand that champions wellbeing? Apply today and become a Designate Store Manager at Holland & Barrett, where your journey to leading a healthier future begins.

Vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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