Retail Manager (Maternity Cover)

Ingatestone Saddlery Centre Ltd; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equestrian and country store in Essex seeks a dynamic Retail Manager to oversee operations and lead a skilled team. The role involves driving sales performance, ensuring exceptional customer service, and maintaining inventory management. This is a full-time position with a strong potential for permanent employment after a 12-month maternity cover contract.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management or a similar supervisory role.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily store operations for efficiency.
• Lead and develop a team to achieve sales targets.
• Implement sales management strategies for revenue growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer-focused

Retail Management

Job description

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Established and still run as a family business, Ingatestone Saddlery Centre is classed as a leader in the field being one of the largest equestrian and country stores in Europe. Based in Essex, our store houses all the leading brands including Ariat, LeMieux, Horseware, Weatherbeeta, Shires Equestrian, Barbour, Charles Owen and Champion. In store we have a fantastic team of skilled and experienced staff who will thrive with strong leadership

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Retail Manager to oversee our store operations and lead our team to success. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for retail, and the ability to create an engaging shopping experience for our customers. As a Retail Manager, you will be responsible for managing daily operations, driving sales performance, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

Duties

• Supervise and manage daily store operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of retail staff to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers to foster a positive shopping environment.
• Implement sales management strategies to enhance store performance and drive revenue growth.
• Oversee inventory management, including stock levels, and merchandising.
• Maintain high standards of visual merchandising in line with company guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations as well as company policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail management or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong skills in supervising teams and managing performance.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in administrative tasks related to retail operations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• A passion for retail with a customer-focused mindset.
• Equine knowledge is an advantage.

The role is 5 days a week to include alternate weekend working

Candidates must reside within 45 minutes to the store based at CM4 0ES

Benefits include:

Free parking

Whilst this role is a 12 month contract for maternity cover there is a strong potential for a permanent position within the business

If you are ready to take on the challenge of leading a successful retail team while providing exceptional service to our customers, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Retail

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