Retail Supervisor (20 hrs)

Deichmann SE; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Deichmann Serpentine Green in Peterborough is seeking a Retail Supervisor for a 20-hour per week position. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £13.91 plus hourly sales commission and a clear path for progression within the retail team.

The ideal candidate will have energy, drive and customer-facing experience, with the ability to lead a team, work on a fast-paced shop floor, and stay calm under pressure. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong customer service focus and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a small team and work on the shop floor.
• Experience with cash handling and opening/closing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the store team in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Open & close the store, including cashing up and associated admin duties.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain strong product knowledge.
• Promote complementary products with each sale and upsell where appropriate.
• Assist management in driving sales targets and KPIs.
• Ensure merchandise is well displayed and stock is managed.

Skills

Retail supervision

Customer service

Team leadership

Cash handling

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

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Peterborough, Serpentine Green - Retail Supervisor (20 hrs)

Job reference : 000146-2026-038462

Full time/Part time : 20 hour contracts available

Location : Serpentine Green, Hargate Way, Hampton, Peterborough, PE7 8BE

Start date : Immediately

Purpose : Deichmann are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Retail Supervisor to join the team in our Serpentine Green store.
You will be offered a competitive hourly rate of up to £13.91 per hour + non contractual, hourly sales commission.
At Deichmann, our Retail Supervisors play a vital role in supporting the store management team and deliver an exceptional shopping experience to our customers.
In return for your hard work, you will be offered fantastic opportunities for you to be able to grow and develop within your retail career.
This is a part time, permanent position and you will be contracted to work 20 hours per week.

Ideal candidate : If you have energy, drive and passion to work in a fast paced, customer facing, retail environment, this is the role for you!
You will have a positive attitude towards providing exceptional customer service, the ability to lead a team, the stamina to work on a fast-paced shop floor and the capacity to work calmly under pressure.
You will have previous retail experience and ideally will have worked as a supervisor previously.

Key activities :

• Lead and supervise the store team in the absence of the Store Manager.


• Open & close the store, including cashing up and completion of associated administrative duties.


• Offer excellent levels of customer service and have a strong product knowledge.


• Lead by example, by recommending and promoting complimentary products with each sale.


• Assisting management in leading the team, to achieve store sales targets and KPI’s.


• Support team members as and when required.


• Ensure that the store is correctly merchandised, product displays are refreshed and inviting to the customer.


• Process stock deliveries and store transfers.


• Deal with customer queries and complaints.

Personal characteristics :

• Able to take direction from management regarding additional tasks and duties.


• Previous supervisory experience including cashing up and banking.


• Self‑motivated, with a positive, can do attitude.


• Ability to supervise, motivate, coach and work with a team.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.


• Willingness to approach and serve all customers.


• The drive to exceed monthly performance targets.


• Methodical approach to completing daily tasks - including stock SKU management.


• High levels of attention to detail.


• The ability to work both individually and as part of a diverse team.


• The commitment to work 20 hours per week and the flexibility to work any day (Monday - Sunday).

Salary/Pay : up to £13.91 per hour + non contractual, hourly sales commission.