Retail Store Manager (Dunfermline Shop, East Port)

TN United Kingdom; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Store Manager to lead their Dunfermline shop. In this dynamic role, you will inspire and manage a diverse team, maximizing sales and fundraising efforts while ensuring excellent customer service. Your shop will serve as a community hub, promoting impactful work and engaging with local supporters. With a focus on commercial operations and creative fundraising, you will play a key role in driving success and making a difference in the fight against cancer. Join a dedicated team and enjoy a competitive salary with valuable benefits.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Leave Allowances

Discounts

Gym Membership

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience managing and inspiring a diverse team.
• Comfort working within targets and motivating others.

Responsibilities

• Guiding and engaging a team of paid staff and volunteers.
• Owning and managing the store’s commercial operations.
• Building relationships with the local community.

Skills

Team Management

Customer Service

Commercial Awareness

Multi-tasking

Fundraising Event Organization

Job description

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Retail Store Manager (Dunfermline Shop, East Port), Dunfermline

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Client:

Cancer Research UK

Location:

Dunfermline, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Retail

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer

We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. We need to go further and faster. That’s why we’re looking for a talented individual who shares our vision.

We’re seeking a motivating store manager to join Cancer Research UK’s trading team. You’ll act as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, motivating your team to maximize sales and fundraising targets. Your shop will be a community hub where people meet, understand our brand, and see our impactful work.

You’ll be surrounded by dedicated colleagues committed to beating cancer.

What will I be doing?

1. Guiding, inspiring, and engaging a team of paid staff and volunteers, including recruitment, retention, and development of a diverse shop team.
2. Owning and managing the store’s commercial operations, including display, merchandising, stock management, maintaining standards, layout, sales, and income.
3. Leading by example and providing excellent customer and supporter service.
4. Maximizing profit through effective cost control and sales strategies.
5. Building relationships with the local community and Cancer Research UK colleagues.
6. Organizing and running creative fundraising events to meet targets.
7. Ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, security, administration, and HR policies.
8. Performing manual handling and physical activities as part of daily duties.

What are you looking for?

1. Experience managing and inspiring a diverse team.
2. Comfort working within targets and motivating others to achieve them.
3. Ability to multi-task in a lively environment.
4. Knowledge of excellent customer service principles.
5. Commercial awareness.
6. Knowledge of high street fashion retail.
7. Adaptability and independence in changing situations.
8. Understanding of item pricing, value, and worth.
9. Flexibility to work on a rota basis, respecting work-life balance.

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What will I gain?

A competitive salary, benefits, career development opportunities, and support tools. Benefits include retirement plans, leave allowances, discounts, gym membership, and wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.

How do I apply?

We value equality, diversity, and inclusion. Please complete the online application form, including work history, for fair and quick assessment. Successful candidates will undergo a 4-week training period at a different location and a satisfactory DBS check before employment.