Distribution Store Manager

Mencap; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking a Shop Distribution Manager to lead store operations, maximize donations and sales, and build an effective volunteer team. Ideal candidates are experienced managers passionate about charity retail, with a focus on community engagement and the ability to reflect the organization's values. Flexible working hours and travel may be required. Comprehensive benefits package included.

Benefits

32 days paid holiday

Discounts at major retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Experience in charity retail management.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and bank holidays.
• Travel willing for meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-store systems to maximize donations and sales.
• Ensure actions reflect Mencap's values.
• Manage all financial and cash handling responsibilities.
• Build and train a volunteer team.

Skills

Management

Budget maintenance

Team building

Sales maximization

Logistics management

Job description

Join our team as a Shop Distribution Manager at our Derby Normanton Drive store! We are offering a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, permanent position. If you're passionate about making an impact, driven, motivated, and eager to help our store reach its full potential, this role is perfect for you. We seek someone with a love for charity retail, a keen eye for fashion, and the ability to take initiative and lead enthusiastically.

As Shop Distribution Manager, you will:

1. Help develop in-store systems and promote donations and sales to maximize profits.
2. Represent Mencap as an efficient and charitable organization, ensuring your actions reflect Mencap's aims and values.
3. Strive to generate stock from the local area and donors.
4. Sign up donors to the Gift Aid scheme and ensure maximum income through Gift Aid.
5. Be responsible for achieving profit targets by maximizing sales and managing costs effectively.
6. Maintain the store's presentation to a high standard.
7. Build an effective volunteer team, providing training, development, work reviews, and appraisals to paid staff and volunteers.
8. Handle all financial and cash handling responsibilities, along with health and safety compliance.

To be successful as a Shop Manager, you should:

1. Be an experienced manager capable of maintaining budgets and completing weekly income and banking sheets accurately, preferably with previous charity retail experience at the Shop Manager level.
2. Have a flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and bank holidays as needed.
3. Be willing to travel for team meetings, training, and assisting with setting up new stores.
4. Be passionate about Mencap's values and strive for the success of our retail brand.
5. Manage logistics, vans, and stock allocation within the area to maximize income for Mencap.

If you're seeking an exciting new challenge and want to work for an organization committed to excellence, we want to hear from you! At Mencap, we value diversity and inclusion, actively planning for our colleagues' success. We welcome applications from everyone. Join us and be part of Mencap! We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. For more about the scheme, visit the direct gov website.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), discounts at major retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and more. For full details, see the attached document outlining all benefits.

About Mencap

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities to live happy and healthy lives. We support individuals with learning disabilities, their families, and carers, advocating for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society. Everyone at Mencap works with people with learning disabilities, either providing support or working alongside them as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere. We promote treating everyone well, learning from mistakes, and creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment. We have Belonging network groups for various communities and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We focus on personality and values over specific experience, providing training and development to help you succeed in your role.