Shop Manager - Merrion Centre

Leeds Hospitals Charity; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Leeds is seeking a Store Manager to lead their team and enhance patient care through effective retail management. This role requires charity retail experience, strong community engagement, and inspirational leadership skills. The Store Manager will be responsible for ensuring the shop's profitability and creating a welcoming environment for staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in charity retail, with a commitment to driving donations and sales.
• A confident communicator able to build connections, encourage donations, and recruit volunteers.
• A positive, people-focused approach to managing and motivating a team, especially volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, creating an inclusive, positive environment.
• Showcase retail expertise to make the shop inviting, organised, and visually appealing.
• Manage a team ensuring the day-to-day operations run smoothly.
• Maximise the store’s donations, sales, and profitability.
• Engage with the community to encourage donations and recruit new volunteers.
• Ensure a positive customer experience and deliver strong financial performance.

Skills

Charity Retail Experience

Community Engagement

Inspirational Leadership

Job description

Overview

Support a growing charity dedicated to improving patient care and hospital facilities in Leeds. Join Leeds Hospitals Charity as a Store Manager, where every sale makes a difference to patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, creating an inclusive, positive environment where everyone thrives and feels valued.
• Showcase retail expertise to make the shop inviting, organised, and visually appealing.
• Manage a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring the day-to-day operations of the shop run smoothly.
• Maximise the store’s donations, sales, and profitability.
• Engage with the local community to encourage donations and recruit new volunteers.
• Ensure a positive customer experience, manage stock effectively, and deliver a strong financial performance.

Qualifications

• Charity Retail Experience: Previous experience in charity retail, with a commitment to driving donations and sales.
• Community Engagement: A confident communicator able to build connections, encourage donations, and recruit volunteers.
• Inspirational Leadership: A positive, people-focused approach to managing and motivating a team, especially volunteers.