Retail Assistant Manager Designate

SUPERDRUG; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 25%

Staff discount 30%

33 days annual leave

Career growth & training

Job summary

Superdrug is seeking an Assistant Store Manager Designate to travel between stores in the local area and support the store management teams. The role offers the chance to develop leadership skills, gain experience across multiple sites and progress into a permanent store position in time.

You will work closely with store managers to recruit and motivate staff, drive sales through promotions and merchandising, and uphold operational standards while benefiting from career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in retail management.
• Strong customer service and sales focus.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Results-driven with a track record of hitting targets.
• Willingness to travel between stores within the designated area.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, inspire and motivate a team to exceed targets.
• Drive sales through promotions, merchandising and stock control.
• Create a welcoming, engaging environment for customers and staff.
• Ensure operational excellence including audits, budgets and stock management.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Sales

Decision making

Problem solving

Driving licence

Job description

Lead with Confidence, Grow Your Career - Become an Assistant Store Manager Designate

Location: Designate Role - willing to travel within 1 hour of your base store until assigned a permanent location. Base store address: Ards Shopping Centre, Newtownards, County Down BT23 4EU
Hours per Week: 39 hours
Shift pattern: Full-time - flexible shift patterns across mornings; afternoons; evenings and weekends, will be discussed further at interview.
Salary: Up to £31,600 per annum

Why Superdrug?

At Superdrug, our customers and our teams are at the heart of everything we do. Loved for our accessible health and beauty, value, variety, expert advice & top-notch service.

If you love leading teams, delivering excellent customer service, and driving sales, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role

As an Assistant Store Manager Designate, you'll travel between different stores in your area, supporting where you're needed most. It's a great way to meet new teams, build your skills, and enjoy plenty of variety in your day. You won't be on the move forever though-this role is designed to help you grow, with the goal of moving into a permanent store and developing your career.

Day to day you'll work alongside the store manager to:

• Recruit, inspire & motivate a passionate team to exceed targets.
• Drive sales through promotions, excellent merchandising, and stock control.
• Create a fun, engaging environment for both customers and colleagues.
• Ensure operational excellence, including audits, budgets, and stock management.

About you

• Bringing fresh ideas from your previous experience in retail management, ideally 1+ years
• Passion for customer service & sales.
• Strong decision-making & problem-solving skills.
• A results-driven mindset with a love for hitting targets.
• Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers - with full training provided (Optional)
• This role involves travel across stores in the area; therefore, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred.

Your Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus - up to 25% of your salary
• 30% staff discount
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Career growth & training opportunities
• Exciting competitions, rewards & team events
• Get instant access to Stream. A tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it, learn easy tips for managing your money and save straight from your pay into pots for the future.

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