Retail Store Manager

C2 Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

C2 Recruitment is partnering with a leading footwear brand to open a brand-new store in Exeter city centre. We are seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead the opening and build a high-performing team.

As Store Manager you will drive sales, recruit and train staff, manage day-to-day operations and maintain visual merchandising standards to create an outstanding customer experience. This permanent role offers 37.5 hours per week, a salary up to £32,000 with bonus, and the chance to shape a

Qualifications

• Lead the launch of a brand-new store in Exeter.
• Develop and motivate a high-performing team.
• Deliver outstanding customer experience and commercial results.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop your team.
• Drive sales and achieve commercial targets.
• Recruit and train team members.
• Manage day-to-day store operations.
• Maintain visual merchandising and store standards.

Job description

Retail Store Manager (HT-EXETER-SM1908) Exeter, England

Store Manager – New Store Opening

Location: Exeter City Centre
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum, depending on experience + bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Lead the launch of a brand-new store in Exeter

Our retail partner is opening a brand-new store in Exeter city centre, and we are looking for an experienced Store Manager to lead the opening and build a high-performing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused retail manager who enjoys being hands‑on, developing people and creating an outstanding customer experience.

About the role

As Store Manager, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day running and performance of the store, including:

• Leading, motivating and developing your team


• Driving sales and achieving commercial targets


• Recruiting and training team members


• Managing day‑to‑day store operations


• Maintaining strong visual merchandising and store standards


• Taking ownership of the store's overall performance

About you

We're looking for an experienced Retail Store Manager with strong leadership and commercial skills.

Experience in fashion, footwear, lifestyle or customer‑focused retail would be advantageous, but most importantly, you'll be a confident people leader who knows how to motivate a team and deliver results.

You'll enjoy working in a fast‑paced retail environment and will relish the opportunity to build a successful store from day one.

Why apply?

• Brand‑new store opening in Exeter


• Salary up to £32,000 + bonus and great benefits


• Opportunity to recruit and develop your own team


• Join an established international footwear brand


• Make a real impact from the opening day