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Edinburgh Woollen Mill; Bowness-on-Windermere; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Job summary

Gleneagles is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Bowness. The role offers a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment with high footfall from locals and visitors.

You will lead store operations, support the team, and deliver great customer service. Experience in fashion retail is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Well-rounded, commercially minded retail manager.
• Proactive and confident working on their own initiative.
• Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided.
• Experience in management or supervisory roles within a retail environment.

Skills

Retail management

Job description

Gleneagles is part of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, a business committed to delivering quality products, great value, and excellent service. As a major national retailer with more than 200 stores across High Streets, Garden Centres, Tourist locations, and larger Destination Stores, we take pride in controlling our product development and supply chain. This ensures we offer the finest yarns and fabrics that fit well, feel great, and stand the test of time. Our store teams are knowledgeable, friendly, and dedicated to providing a personal shopping experience.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team at Gleneagles, Bowness. Our store is located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, one of the Lake District’s most popular and picturesque destinations. Known for its stunning lakeside views, thriving tourism, and vibrant mix of independent shops and attractions, Bowness offers a lively and fast-paced retail environment. With high footfall from both locals and visitors, the store provides a dynamic setting where no two days are the same.

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic team.
• Company pension.

About the Role

We are looking for a well-rounded, commercially minded retail manager who is proactive and confident working on their own initiative. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. Ideally, you will have previous experience in management or supervisory roles within a retail environment.