SPAR Rudheath - Assistant Manager

James Hall; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is looking for an Assistant Manager to oversee store operations in the absence of the Store Manager. This role involves leading the team to provide excellent customer service, driving sales, and training colleagues. Strong communication skills and retail management experience are essential for success in this position. The company offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Loyalty Award of £0.75 per hour

Apprenticeships and further training opportunities

20% staff discount

Access to funded training and qualifications

24/7 helpline from Grocery Aid

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience in retail.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for colleague development through training.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in developing an empowered team.
• Lead team in providing outstanding customer service.
• Drive sales and maximise profit through colleague support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to lead a team

Conflict resolution skills

Budgeting understanding

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

Job description

Role overview

SPAR Assistant Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: 39 hours per week

Location: SPAR Rudheath, Threeways Garage, King Street, Rudheath, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 7RT

Salary: Competitive

More About the Role

As an Assistant Manager, the store will be your responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager. You will gain valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you\'ll take responsibility of everything from ordering stock to training employees and driving sales whilst ensuring our high levels of customer service.

Responsibilities

• To support the Store Manager in developing a motivated and empowered team through a positive and innovative management style
• Lead your team in providing outstanding customer service
• Develop and support colleagues through driving sales and maximise profit

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience of leading a team within a retail environment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
• A passion for developing colleagues through apprenticeships and in-house training
• Ability to deal with conflict in an effective professional manner
• The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of budgeting and targets
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of health & safety legislation within the retail environment

Why choose us?

• Loyalty Award – You are the most important part of our business and the relationships you build with our customers is what makes us special. As a new store colleague, you will receive an additional £0.75 per hour which will be paid to you in a lump sum on the payday after your anniversary date.
• Apprenticeships and further training – We believe in investing in our colleagues and that is why you will have ample opportunity to gain relevant qualifications and progress within the business.
• Staff Discount – You will receive a current store discount of 20%.
• Learning and Development – You will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.
• Grocery Aid - We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other services to support you across financial, practical and emotional issues.

Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.

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