Retail Deputy Manager (18h Contract) - Lead Store & Inspire

The Works Stores Ltd; Skegness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25% Colleague Discount

Double Discount days

MyWorks discounts

Family Friendly Leave

Holiday – 33 days incl. bank holidays

Job summary

The Works Stores Ltd is seeking a Retail Deputy Manager in Skegness. This 18 hour contract role focuses on supporting the Store Manager, driving commercial performance, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

You’ll motivate and coach the team, manage stock and store operations, and ensure safety and compliance. This position offers hands-on leadership, flexibility, and opportunities to grow within a busy retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within retail or customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident in leading a team and making decisions.
• Organised with multiple priorities and a hands-on approach.
• Customer-focused with a passion for great service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in leading the team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve store targets.
• Take ownership of key operational areas such as stock management, merchandising, and compliance.
• Lead by example on the shop floor, setting high standards for service and presentation.
• Coach and develop team members, providing feedback and support to help them grow.
• Step up to manage the store in the Store Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Monitor store performance and contribute ideas to improve sales and efficiency.
• Ensure health & safety, cash handling, and loss prevention procedures are followed.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Retail leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Flexible / hands-on

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Works Stores Ltd is seeking a Retail Deputy Manager in Skegness. This 18 hour contract role focuses on supporting the Store Manager, driving commercial performance, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

You’ll motivate and coach the team, manage stock and store operations, and ensure safety and compliance. This position offers hands-on leadership, flexibility, and opportunities to grow within a busy retail environment.