Seasonal Retail Manager

Select Appointments; Bedford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company in Bedfordshire seeks a Seasonal Retail Manager to lead and inspire a team in a thriving retail environment. With a competitive salary of up to £35,000, this role offers the chance to manage a key department, drive sales through creative merchandising, and develop a passionate team. The company, known for its commitment to quality and customer service, provides training opportunities and a supportive work environment to help employees grow in their retail careers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous staff discount

Training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a retail manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and proven track record in retail.
• Ability to lead, train, and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a retail department and inspire the team.
• Analyze sales data and forecast trends.
• Manage stock control andcreate exceptional shopping experiences.
• Recruit and train team members.

Skills

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Creative merchandising

Problem solving

Job description

Seasonal Retail Manager – Bedfordshire

My client is offering you the chance to lead a premium seasonal retail department within one of the UK's largest retailers - a business that has seen significant growth in the last 5 years. This is your opportunity to build a rewarding career with a fast-growing retail business that genuinely invests in its people, boasts exceptional staff retention, and actively creates pathways for internal growth and progression.

As a Seasonal Retail Manager, you'll take the reins of a thriving department where your commercial acumen and creative flair will directly impact sales and customer experience. You'll lead and inspire a dedicated team, bringing beautiful Seasonal lifestyle collections to life through outstanding visual merchandising and dynamic displays. This role offers the perfect blend of strategic thinking and hands‑on retail management - analysing sales data, forecasting trends, managing stock control, and creating an exceptional shopping experience for all customers. You'll also play a key role in recruiting, training, and developing your team members, helping them reach their full potential.

This Seasonal Retail Manager position would suit an experienced retail manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and has a genuine passion for lifestyle products. Your strong commercial awareness, leadership skills, and creative eye for merchandising will be valued and celebrated. If you're proactive, positive, and enjoy problem‑solving in a target‑driven setting, you'll find this role both challenging and incredibly rewarding.

What you'll enjoy as a Seasonal Retail Manager:

• Competitive salary, depending on experience up to £35,000
• Generous staff discount across all my clients locations
• Training and development opportunities with clear progression pathways
• A supportive, friendly working environment where your expertise is truly valued

My client is part of one of the UK's most successful retail groups, a business that has been led with vision and passion and is renowned for its commitment to quality, style, and exceptional customer service. With nearly 60 locations across the UK and they're constantly evolving and expanding - and they want you to grow with them. Their focus on inspirational retailing with style, emotion, and innovation sets them apart, and their investment in their people is second to none.

If you're ready to step into this exciting Seasonal Retail Manager opportunity and be part of something truly special, Select Recruitment would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your retail career.