Shop Manager

LINESET; Bolton; On-site; GBP 16,000; Part time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a passionate Shop Manager to lead a charity shop in Bolton. In this part-time role, you will manage operations, drive sales, and foster a motivated team of volunteers. Your leadership will directly impact the community by generating funds for essential activities and retirement villages. If you have a flair for retail, a hands-on approach, and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine. Join a supportive workplace that values authenticity and inclusivity, and help create a positive impact in the lives of older people.

Benefits

Contributory Pension (up to 9%)

Free life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

BUPA and Health Sure cash plan

30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Qualifications

• Proven retail management experience with a track record of delivering results.
• Ability to recruit, train, and develop a motivated team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the charity shop to raise funds for community activities.
• Lead and develop a part-time deputy manager and volunteer team.
• Deliver sales and profit budgets while maintaining high merchandising standards.

Skills

Retail Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Recruitment and Training

Sales and Profit Management

Merchandising

Community Engagement

Education

Retail Management Experience

Charity Sector Experience

Job description

Are you looking for a role which will utilise your commercial flair and allow you to demonstrate your excellent people skills?

If so, we want to hear from you! We are currently recruiting for a part-time Shop Manager (Job Share) to achieve fantastic results whilst taking full ownership of our Harwood charity shop based in Bolton.

Benefits:

• Contributory Pension (up to 9%)
• Free life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• BUPA and Health Sure cash plan
• 30 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff of Full time equivalent)

Role Details:

• Role: Shop Manager – Job Share
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days) – Part-Time
• Rate: £13.31 per hour (£15,614 per annum, pro rata of FTE)
• Location: Unit 2 Lea Gate, Harwood, Bolton, BL2 3HN.

What will you do as our Shop Manager?

• Raise money through your store to build retirement villages and fund community activities for older people.
• Autonomously manage your own shop using innovative and enterprising initiatives to deliver an excellent customer experience.
• Lead and develop a part-time deputy manager.
• Recruit and train a highly motivated team of volunteers.
• Deliver your sales and profit budget.
• Deliver high merchandising standards.
• Promote our work in the local community.

Our ideal Shop Manager will:

• Be a manager or supervisor with previous retail experience.
• Have a demonstrable track record of delivering results.
• Have a proven track record of recruiting, training, and developing a highly motivated team.
• Possess the ‘retail instinct’ and creative skills to generate donations.
• Lead from the front with a ‘hands-on’ approach when required.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and a team player.
• Have previous experience working in the Charity sector (desirable)

ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community.

Do not miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Shop Manager.

This Shop Manager post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, two references, medical clearance and Home Office right to work clearance.

• Closing Date: 26 January 2025
• Proposed Interviews: W/C 27 January 2025

ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

ExtraCare reserves the right to close this advertisement early.