Store General Manager: Lead Sales & Customer Experience

Dobbies Milton Keynes; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden center retailer seeks a General Manager in Chesterfield to oversee store operations, drive sales, and enhance customer experience. The successful candidate will need strong retail management skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to train and motivate teams. This position offers a generous annual leave entitlement and substantial discounts across stores, reflecting the company's commitment to employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

50% off in restaurants

Access to financial wellbeing platform

Confidential support via Retail Trust

eLearning platform access

Thriving culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading multiple direct reports.
• Ability to coach and train all levels effectively.
• Can demonstrate company values at all times.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the store management.
• Maximise profitable sales and growth.
• Create a great place to work for everyone.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Work closely with central support teams.

Skills

Retail management expertise

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Positivity managing change

Job description

A leading garden center retailer seeks a General Manager in Chesterfield to oversee store operations, drive sales, and enhance customer experience. The successful candidate will need strong retail management skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to train and motivate teams. This position offers a generous annual leave entitlement and substantial discounts across stores, reflecting the company's commitment to employee wellbeing and development.