Store Manager

Edinburgh Woollen Mill; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national retail company in Dorchester is seeking a Store Manager to lead a passionate team, drive sales, and ensure an exceptional shopping experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and have a proactive approach to retail. Experience in fashion retail is desirable but not essential. This role offers excellent career prospects and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Excellent career prospects

Supportive and dynamic team environment

Industry-recognised qualification

Qualifications

• Understanding of the retail market with the ability to identify opportunities for growth.
• Ability to inspire and guide your team to success.
• Proactive approach to driving sales and engaging customers.
• Commitment to nurturing and enhancing team members' skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Oversee the daily running of the store ensuring efficiency.
• Implement effective sales strategies to enhance performance.
• Ensure an excellent shopping experience for all customers.
• Manage, coach, and motivate your team for career progression.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Strong Leadership Skills

Sales Acumen

Training and Development Focus

Job description

Overview

The Edinburgh Woollen Mill is focused on delivering quality products, great value, and excellent service levels. We are a major national retailer with over 200 retail stores, ranging from High Street shops to Garden Centre concessions, Tourist locations, and larger format Destination Stores. With control over product development and supply chains, we ensure our yarns and fabrics not only fit beautifully but stand the test of time. Our store staff are knowledgeable and provide a helpful, personal service.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Store Manager to join our team at The Edinburgh Woollen Mill in Dorchester. Our store is located in the heart of Dorchester, a historic market town rich in heritage, with strong ties to Thomas Hardy, vibrant cultural attractions, and a loyal local customer base. With its charming streets, bustling town centre, and appeal to both residents and tourists, Dorchester offers a fantastic retail environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Gain an industry-recognised qualification within your first 18 months, if desired.

As Store Manager, you will:

Lead a passionate team, driving sales and ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. We are looking for a commercially aware and proactive retail manager who can work independently and lead by example. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Sales: Lead your team to achieve and exceed sales targets, fostering a performance-driven culture.
• Operational Management: Oversee the daily running of the store, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards while managing costs effectively.
• Maximise Profitability: Implement effective sales strategies and promotions to enhance store performance.
• Deliver Outstanding Customer Service: Ensure an excellent shopping experience for all customers.
• Team Development: Manage, coach, and motivate your team, providing training and development opportunities to support career progression.

What We’re Looking For

• Commercial Awareness: Understanding of the retail market with the ability to identify opportunities for growth.
• Strong Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire and guide your team to success.
• Sales Acumen: A proactive approach to driving sales and engaging customers.
• Training and Development Focus: Commitment to nurturing and enhancing team members' skills.

Join The Edinburgh Woollen Mill and be part of a growing and exciting business where you can make a real difference. If you’re passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Dorchester, we’d love to hear from you.

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