Retail Manager - Christmas Temp

C2 Recruitment Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

C2 Recruitment Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Seasonal Retail Manager for a busy temporary shop during the Christmas period. The role will involve leading a team of volunteers, delivering excellent customer service and driving fundraising across multiple locations.

You will oversee day-to-day shop operations, motivate staff, organise rotas, manage stock and ensure a welcoming store environment that maximises donations and sales for charity causes.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer-facing roles.
• Proven ability to supervise and lead others.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience with stock, merchandising and EPOS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the shop team.
• Organise volunteer rotas and shop cover.
• Drive sales and maximise funds raised.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Merchandising, deliveries and stock management.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Team leadership

Volunteer coordination

Job description

Temp Retail Manager

Bristol, BS8 2QG
£12.71 per hour
Full Time & Part Time

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.