Retail Manager - Christmas Temp

C2 Recruitment Ltd; Winchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

C2 Recruitment Ltd in Winchester is seeking a Seasonal Retail Manager to lead a busy charity shop during October to December 2026. You will manage a team of volunteers, drive sales and ensure excellent customer service in a fast-paced festive environment.

This temporary role offers £12.71 per hour, with both full-time and part-time hours available. Previous retail or supervisory experience is valued, especially charity shop settings; reliability and organisation are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer-facing roles.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Comfortable supervising volunteers and coordinating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the shop team.
• Organise volunteer rotas and shop coverage.
• Drive sales and maximise funds raised for charity.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain visual merchandising.
• Handle stock, deliveries, and EPOS/cash handling.

Job description

Temp Retail Manager

Winchester

£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.

If you’re looking for a rewarding management role from October to December, we’d love to hear from you.

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