Outdoor Store: Assistant Manager - Lead & Inspire Team

Cotswold Outdoor; Andover; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40–60% discount

33 days holiday

EV Salary Sacrifice scheme

Volunteer day

Training and development

Wellbeing support

Perks platform

Job summary

Cotswold Outdoor is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in the UK to partner with the Store Manager, coach the team through daily operations, and help run a safe, well presented store. You will motivate colleagues, model best practice, and create an inclusive, welcoming environment where customers find the right gear for their adventures.

The role offers training and leadership development with a clear path to store management.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a retail team as an Assistant Store Manager.
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding customer service.
• Understanding of stock management, cash handling and store safety.

Responsibilities

• Drive high performance by coaching your team through daily operations including stock management, cash handling and store safety
• Lead by example, motivating your team to deliver expert service and hit performance targets
• Help create an inclusive, welcoming environment where every customer feels valued
• Step up to lead the team in the Store Manager's absence
• Maintain a high standard of presentation, keeping the store organised, inviting, and easy to shop in

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Stock management

Cash handling

Store operations

Job description

Cotswold Outdoor is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in the UK to partner with the Store Manager, coach the team through daily operations, and help run a safe, well presented store. You will motivate colleagues, model best practice, and create an inclusive, welcoming environment where customers find the right gear for their adventures.

The role offers training and leadership development with a clear path to store management.