Store Manager

Mole Valley Farmers; Devizes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match up to 5%

Colleague discount 25%

Free parking

33 days annual leave

Training and development

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Family Leave Policies

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers in Devizes is seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead our team, drive sales, and deliver outstanding customer experiences. This permanent, full-time role requires a hands-on leader who can manage budgets, stock, and daily operations while upholding our values.

You will mentor colleagues, develop store plans, and build strong relationships with the local community. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with practical leadership and a passion for service.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ proven management experience within a comparable retail role.
• Proven track record of delivering sales targets and managing budgets.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock control, and customer service.
• Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Strong commercial awareness, including analysing sales trends and identifying growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and engage colleagues.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development.
• A natural leader with a customer-first mindset and a passion for delivering outstanding service.

Responsibilities

• Driving store performance by achieving KPIs and engaging your team in delivering results
• Creating and implementing store strategies to ensure high standards of service and satisfaction
• Developing and delivering the store business plan with a focus on commercial awareness and growth
• Managing stock control, promotions, seasonal events, and merchandising to maximise sales
• Recruiting, onboarding, and developing team members who embody our values
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and company procedures
• Managing budgets, financial controls, and reporting accurately and efficiently

Skills

Store management

Sales targets

Budget management

Customer service

Job description

Store Manager

Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Department: Retail

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Devizes

Reporting To: Sarah Battrick

Description

We’re looking for an experienced and customer-focused Store Manager to lead our team and drive success. This is a key leadership role where you’ll inspire and motivate colleagues, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and ensure outstanding store performance. If you’re passionate about retail, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a real impact.

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Hours of Work:40 Hours per week, working 5/7

As Store Manager, you’ll take ownership of all aspects of store operations—from driving sales and managing budgets to developing your team and building strong community relationships. You’ll lead by example, create a positive and solution-focused environment, and ensure every interaction reflects our values.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving store performance by achieving KPIs and engaging your team in delivering results
• Creating and implementing store strategies to ensure high standards of service and satisfaction
• Developing and delivering the store business plan with a focus on commercial awareness and growth
• Managing stock control, promotions, seasonal events, and merchandising to maximise sales
• Recruiting, onboarding, and developing team members who embody our values
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and company procedures
• Managing budgets, financial controls, and reporting accurately and efficiently

About You

• At least 2 years’ proven management experience within a comparable retail role
• Proven track record of delivering sales targets and managing budgets
• Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock control, and customer service
• Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
• Strong commercial awareness, including analysing sales trends and identifying growth opportunities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and engage colleagues
• Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development
• A natural leader with a customer-first mindset and a passion for delivering outstanding service

What We Offer

• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% colleague discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Comprehensive colleague benefits
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies