Maternity Temp Assistant Manager

Pet Family Limited; Wells; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount 35% on accessories

Staff discount 25% on food

20% in Dogwood Salons

Extensive training and development

Bonus scheme for all team members

Wellbeing support

Shirts and jumpers provided

Job summary

Pets Corner in Wells is seeking a part-time Assistant Manager (27.5 hours, over 4 days a week) to join our family-owned store family. You will deliver exceptional customer service, lead a small team and drive sales while upholding our high standards of presentation and stock control.

The role offers ongoing training and development within a supportive, family-run business that values individuals as people, not numbers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a small team in a retail environment.
• Strong focus on customer service and product recommendations.
• Willingness to train and develop staff using company curriculum.
• Ability to drive sales and performance through coaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and go the extra mile for customers.
• Recommend products and services to meet customer needs.
• Maximise sales by identifying improvements and opportunities.
• Lead, train, and develop the store team with the Pets Corner Curriculum.
• Maintain store and product presentation to high standards.
• Stay updated on pricing, promotions and merchandising.
• Perform opening/closing duties and key holding responsibilities.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through stocktakes and deliveries.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Sales and upselling

Training and development

Stock management

Job description

Part time - 27.5 hours over any 4 days a week.

We are currently recruiting for a Assistant Manager within our Pets Corner store based in Wells.

Pets Corner have grown into a larger company through the years, however it is still very much a family business at heart. We quickly identify individuals who are keen to progress and will provide them with the necessary training and experience to do so.

We are an award-winning family run business where you are a name, not a number. We continue to grow and now have over 150 stores around the country.

Responsibilities of a Assistant Manager:

• Delivering exceptional customer service
• Going ‘the extra mile’ for every customer
• Recommending the right products or services for our Customers needs
• Maximising sales and performance by identifying any improvements needed
• Leading by example by demonstrating a hands-on approach to motivate, train and develop your team using our Pets Corner Curriculum
• Maintaining our high standards with store and product presentation
• Keeping up to date with pricing, promotions and merchandising
• Key holding responsibilities, opening and closing of the store
• Maintaining accurate inventory by checking deliveries, completing stocktakes and investigating any stock losses

Requirements of a Assistant Manager:

• A genuine interest in the Pets Corner vision, our products and our values
• Strong team focus with the ability to lead and motivate others
• Willing to build strong relationships with our customers and their pets
• A thirst for continued personal training and development
• Willingness to learn and grow your knowledge
• The drive and determination to work part of a busy team and under your own initiative

Benefits of becoming a Assistant Manager with Pets Corner:

• 35% staff discount on accessories, 25% on food, 20% in Dogwood Salons
• Continuous and extensive training and development
• Bonus scheme for all members of our teams
• Tools and support to help manage mental, physical and emotional wellbeing
• Your Shirts and Jumpers will be provided

This role will involve heavy lifting.