Store Manager

Card Factory; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Card Factory is seeking a Store Manager in Banbury to lead the store team, set direction, and cultivate a high-performing, customer-first culture. You’ll hire, coach and oversee merchandising and payroll, using data to stay on track and drive results.

You’ll work closely with District and Regional Managers to grow the business, celebrate successes, and continuously improve operations in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience directing a store team.
• Ability to coach, motivate and develop colleagues.
• Strong, people-focused communication and relationship-building.
• Comfortable using systems to support daily store operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day store operations and team performance.
• Hire, coach and develop staff; manage merchandising and payroll.
• Use data to track performance and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with District and Regional Managers to align on growth.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

People-first mindset

Communication

Adaptability

Tech-savviness

Job description

Lead the way at cardfactory, where special moments come to life.

As a Store Manager, you’ll be at the heart of it all — guiding a team, shaping a positive culture, and creating a space where people feel supported, valued, and inspired.

You’ll coach, motivate, and celebrate wins — big and small. With a customer-first mindset, you’ll bring energy and confidence to every decision, using data to keep things on track and moving forward.

What You’ll Be Getting Up To:

You’ll take the lead day to day — building a brilliant team, setting clear direction, and creating a workplace where people thrive. From hiring and coaching to merchandising and payroll, you’ll take ownership and make things happen.

You’ll also work closely with your District and Regional Managers, always looking for ways to grow, improve, and celebrate success.

What We’re Looking For:

• Leadership experience - You’ve led teams and know how to bring out their best.
• Inspiring presence - You lead by example and build a high-performing culture.
• People-first mindset - You coach, support, and help others grow.
• Strong communicator - You listen, speak clearly, and bring people together.
• Tech-savvy - Comfortable using systems to support daily tasks.
• Calm and adaptable - You stay focused and flexible under pressure.

Why Join Us?

At cardfactory, leadership is about more than just managing a store. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and opportunities to grow your career — because when you grow, we grow too.

If you're ready to lead with impact and help shape the future of a business that celebrates life’s most meaningful moments, we’d love to hear from you.

There’s no fixed closing date for this role, so we may close the vacancy once we’ve received enough applications.

No agencies, please.