Store General Manager: Grow Sales, Lead Team & Experience

Dobbies Milton Keynes; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden centre retailer in Milton Keynes is seeking a General Manager to oversee store operations, drive sales, and cultivate a strong customer experience. The successful candidate will possess retail management expertise and be skilled in team development and communication. Responsibilities include maximising sales, coaching employees, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The offer includes generous annual leave and employee discounts, aligning with the company’s commitment to a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

50% off in restaurants

Access to employee wellbeing platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading multiple direct reports and their teams.
• Understanding of budgets and profitability from driving retail sales.
• Ability to identify training needs and coach teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of store management to hit commercial targets.
• Maximise profitable sales and growth while creating a customer-focused environment.
• Lead the team in delivering the best customer experience possible.

Skills

Retail management expertise

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Positive attitude towards change

Job description

A leading garden centre retailer in Milton Keynes is seeking a General Manager to oversee store operations, drive sales, and cultivate a strong customer experience. The successful candidate will possess retail management expertise and be skilled in team development and communication. Responsibilities include maximising sales, coaching employees, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The offer includes generous annual leave and employee discounts, aligning with the company’s commitment to a positive workplace culture.