Retail Deputy Manager — Lead Team, Drive Sales, Service

Halfords; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company seeks a Deputy Manager for its Bedford store. The role requires fostering a customer-centric culture, driving sales performance, and managing store operations in the absence of the Store Manager. Ideal candidates have at least one year of retail managerial experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to meet sales targets. This position offers diverse benefits, including annual leave, performance bonuses, and employee discounts, contributing to a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

6 weeks of annual leave

Quarterly performance bonuses

25% discount on products

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of managerial experience in a retail setting.
• Strong understanding of compliance and operational standards.
• Ability to meet sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to foster a customer-centric culture.
• Drive sales performance and manage daily store operations.
• Provide coaching to enhance team performance.

Skills

Managerial experience in retail sales

Coaching and managing colleagues

Verbal and written communication skills

Commercial acumen

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A leading retail company seeks a Deputy Manager for its Bedford store. The role requires fostering a customer-centric culture, driving sales performance, and managing store operations in the absence of the Store Manager. Ideal candidates have at least one year of retail managerial experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to meet sales targets. This position offers diverse benefits, including annual leave, performance bonuses, and employee discounts, contributing to a rewarding work environment.