George Manager

ASDA; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Manchester is seeking a George Manager to ensure a stylish and satisfying shopping experience. You will lead the merchandising departments, drive sales, and create an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate has retail management experience and a passion for customer satisfaction. Competitive salary and numerous benefits included.

Benefits

15% colleague discount

Discretionary bonus scheme

Enhanced electric car scheme

Free eye test

Discounted rates on various services

Flexible pay access through Wagestream

Company pension

24/7 virtual GP and counselling

Inclusive networks for colleagues

Generous parental leave policies

Colleague recognition programme

Special offers on services and activities

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising in a retail clothing or general merchandise environment.
• A strong eye for detail and a flair for visual presentation.
• Confidence using data to inform decisions and improve performance.
• A collaborative approach and a passion for developing others.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Act as a brand ambassador for George and General Merchandising departments.
• Prioritize customer satisfaction in product availability and layout.
• Lead and develop the team for optimal customer support.
• Create inspiring displays and a seamless shopping experience.
• Make data-informed decisions about stock and promotions.
• Collaborate with store leadership for high-performing experiences.
• Champion safety and operational excellence.

Skills

Retail management experience

Eye for detail

Data-driven decision making

Collaborative skills

Flexibility in shifts

Job description

Overview

• Job Title: George Manager
• Location: Eastlands
• Employment Type: Full time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Shift Pattern: Work Shift: Days
• Hours per Week: 45
• Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits
• Category: Store Management
• Closing Date: 2 October 2025

At Asda, we want you to find your everything. As our George and GM Manager, you’ll ensure our customers enjoy a stylish, seamless, and satisfying shopping experience. You’ll take ownership of the George and General Merchandising departments, leading a team to deliver brilliant merchandising, availability, and visual standards. You’ll use your commercial insight to drive sales, manage stock, and respond to trends—while creating a positive, inclusive environment where your team can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Brand ambassador: You’re passionate about fashion and general merchandise, and you bring the George brand to life in-store.
• Put the customer first: in everything you do — from product availability to layout and service.
• Lead and develop your team: to deliver warm, helpful, and knowledgeable support to every shopper.
• Create a department that inspires: with engaging displays, seasonal features, and a seamless shopping experience.
• Use data and insight: to make smart decisions on stock, layout, and promotions that meet customer needs.
• Collaborate with store leadership: to deliver a consistent and high-performing store experience.
• Champion safety, compliance, and operational excellence: across your area.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising in a retail clothing or general merchandise environment.
• A strong eye for detail and a flair for visual presentation.
• Confidence using data to inform decisions and improve performance.
• A collaborative approach and a passion for developing others.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Everything you’ll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

• Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
• Discretionary company bonus scheme
• Access to an enhanced electric car scheme
• Free eye test for you and your nominated user
• Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
• Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more
• Company pension
• Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
• Colleague recognition programme
• Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas