Retail Manager - Christmas Temp

C2 Recruitment Ltd; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

C2 Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Temp Retail Manager to run a busy seasonal shop in Winchester during Christmas. You will lead volunteers, drive sales and ensure excellent customer service for charity fundraising. The role is 4 days a week on a temporary contract spanning October to December 2026.

Based in Winchester, the position offers a per hour wage of £12.71 and involves coordinating stock, merchandising, EPOS and banking tasks as part of a lively team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer-facing experience.
• Experience supervising others or leading a small team.
• Organised, reliable and good with people.
• Comfortable coordinating volunteers or temporary staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the shop team.
• Organise volunteer rotas and shop cover.
• Drive sales and maximise funds raised for charities.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain the shopping experience.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Retail experience

Stock management

EPOS

Cash handling

Tools

EPOS system

Job description

Temp Retail Manager

Winchester
£12.71 per hour
4 days per week

Temporary Contract | October - December 2026

Looking for a management role with a difference this festive season?

C2 Recruitment is looking for an enthusiastic Seasonal Retail Managers to run a busy temporary shop in various locations across the UK, helping raise valuable funds for charities and good causes.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Retail Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor who enjoys leading people, delivering great customer service and getting stuck in.

The Role

You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the shop, working alongside a team of volunteers to maximise sales and create a welcoming experience for customers.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading, motivating and supporting the shop team
• Organising volunteer rotas and shop cover
• Driving sales and maximising funds raised
• Delivering excellent customer service
• Merchandising, deliveries and stock management
• EPOS, cash handling and banking
• Keeping the shop well-stocked and looking its best

About You

We're looking for someone with previous retail or customer-facing experience who is confident supervising and leading others.

You could currently be a Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Retail Supervisor or Team Leader looking for a rewarding seasonal opportunity.

Charity retail or volunteer management experience would be an advantage, but it isn't essential.What matters is that you're organised, reliable, great with people and happy to take responsibility.

More Than Just a Seasonal Job

You'll be running a busy retail operation during the Christmas trading period while helping generate valuable income for charities and good causes.