Retail Manager - Across Devon

Morrisons; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary discussed

Colleague discount

33 days annual leave

Leadership development programme

Pension and private healthcare

Family support

Rewards and perks

Job summary

Morrisons in Yeovil is seeking a Retail Manager to lead a department on the shop floor with full operational and commercial ownership. You will drive performance, maintain availability and visuals, and coach the team to deliver exceptional customer service.

Reporting to the Store Manager, you will own day-to-day execution, ensure safety and compliance, and strive for a high-energy, welcoming store environment for customers every day.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a high-volume retail environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with forecasting and inventory control.
• Excellent communication and team coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive department sales targets, inventory control, waste management, and labour allocation.
• Lead visual merchandising and store presentation to engage customers.
• Coach department supervisors and team members to deliver service excellence.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and store policies.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial mindset

Inventory control

Communication

Job description

As a Retail Manager, you will step out from behind the desk and onto the shop floor to act as a visionary leader for your store. You will take full operational and commercial ownership of your assigned department, driving high standards, supporting team performance, and ensuring a seamless, high-energy environment for customers every single day.

Reporting directly to the Store Manager, your main objective is to deliver outstanding operational performance, maintain excellent product availability and visual standards, and coach your team to deliver exceptional customer service.

What you'll be doing day-to-day:

• Drive Commercial Performance: Take ownership of department sales targets, inventory control, waste management, and labour allocation to maximize profitability.

• Maintain High Visual Standards: Lead sales floor setup and visual merchandising, ensuring products are showcased to drive customer engagement.

• Lead and Develop People: Inspire, coach, and support the ongoing development of department supervisors, sales assistants, and team members.

• Ensure Operational Compliance: Maintain top-tier safety standards, store policies, and regulatory compliance across all assigned areas.

• Elevate Customer Experience: Build a welcoming store atmosphere by encouraging your team to proactively engage with customers and resolve inquiries efficiently.

About you

• Commercial Mindset: Solid understanding of production forecasting, yield management, seasonal planning, and managing short-life inventory.

• Proven Leadership Experience: Background in high-volume fresh food retail, commercial catering, food production, or hospitality management.

• Hands-on Approach: A high-energy leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being visible on the shop floor.

• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to build credibility with specialist team members and collaborate effectively with store executive leadership.

• We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

About us

We are a team of over 90,000 down-to-earth people. Uniquely, we are the UK's second-largest food manufacturer and own our entire supply chain; giving you incredibly diverse career paths and development opportunities.

More Perks:

• Competitive Salary: Discussed early in the process to match your experience.
• Colleague Discount: 15% staff discount for you, 10% for a nominated friend/family member.
• Time Off: 33 days annual leave.
• Future Growth: Access to our University-accredited Sir Ken Morrison Leadership School programme.
• Healthcare & Pension: Highly competitive pension scheme and private healthcare.
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• My Morri Rewards: Instant discounts, cashback, and perks on everyday dining and leisure.