Shop Manager (Newark)

Cancer Research UK; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Retail Store Manager to lead their Newark Shop. In this pivotal role, you will inspire a diverse team while engaging with the community to achieve sales and fundraising targets. Your responsibilities will include managing store operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and organizing creative fundraising events. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess strong leadership skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Support from the Retail Trust for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and inspiring a diverse team.
• Knowledge of excellent customer service standards.
• Commercial awareness in high street fashion retail.

Responsibilities

• Guide and inspire a diverse team of paid staff and volunteers.
• Manage commercial aspects including display and stock management.
• Maximise profit through effective cost control and sales strategies.

Skills

Team Management

Customer Service

Commercial Awareness

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Job description

Endless pre-loved items. A crucial source of fundraising. A store that runs your way.

Retail Store Manager

£25,734 - £30,149 plus benefits

Reports to: Area manager

Department: Trading

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Location: Newark Shop

Closing date: 11th May 2023 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found.

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

About Cancer Research UK: We exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, but we need to go further and faster. We're looking for a talented individual who shares our vision to join as a motivating store manager in our trading team. Your role will involve acting as an ambassador, motivating your team, engaging with the community, and achieving sales and fundraising targets.

Responsibilities include:

1. Guiding and inspiring a diverse team of paid staff and volunteers, including recruitment, retention, and development.
2. Managing the commercial aspects of the store, including display, merchandising, stock management, and maintaining standards.
3. Leading by example to provide excellent customer and supporter service.
4. Maximising profit through effective cost control and sales strategies.
5. Building relationships with the community and colleagues.
6. Organising creative fundraising events to meet targets.
7. Ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, security, and HR policies.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in managing and inspiring a diverse team.
• Ability to work within targets and motivate others.
• Multi-tasking skills in a lively environment.
• Knowledge of excellent customer service standards.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of high street fashion retail.
• Adaptability and independence in changing situations.
• Awareness of pricing, value, and item worth.
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis, balancing work and personal life.

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Benefits include: A competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, career development opportunities, and support from the Retail Trust for wellbeing.

Application process: We use an anonymised shortlisting process to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required but will only be viewed after invitation to interview. You will undergo 4 weeks of training, possibly at a different location. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

For more information, visit our website or contact us at [e-mail]. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube for updates. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially under-represented groups. Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the application process. We do not recruit individuals under 18 to ensure safety and safeguarding.