Non Food Manager - Manchester

Asda Stores Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major retail chain in Manchester seeks a retail team leader to develop a supportive environment for shoppers. Responsibilities include leading a team, creating engaging displays, and using data for informed stock decisions. Ideal candidates will have management experience in retail and a strong eye for detail. The position requires flexibility for shift work and offers a range of benefits, including employee discounts and a company pension.

Benefits

Colleague discount of 15%

Discretionary bonus scheme

Enhanced electric car scheme

Free eye tests

Discounted rates on Asda services

Flexible pay access

Company pension

24/7 virtual GP and EAP service

Colleague recognition program

Parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in retail clothing or general merchandise.
• Strong visual merchandising skills.
• Ability to analyze data for performance improvement.
• Passion for team development and collaboration.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team for exceptional customer support.
• Create inspiring department displays and ensure a seamless shopping experience.
• Use data to drive stock and promotional decisions.
• Collaborate with leadership for a consistent store experience.
• Ensure safety and compliance in the work area.

Skills

Experience managing retail teams

Attention to detail

Data-driven decision making

Collaborative approach

Flexibility in scheduling

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Stream: 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