Store Manager

Southern Co-op; Minster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Store Manager to take full ownership of their store. This role involves driving performance, leading a team, and connecting with the local community. With a focus on personal development, candidates will benefit from a fast-track management training program and various perks, including health checks and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

Annual health check

Private medical insurance

Group life assurance

Pension scheme

Share incentive plan

20% in-store discount

Cycle to work scheme

Paid time off for causes

34 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in food retail or similar fast-paced environment.
• Ability to influence and inspire at every level.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance and lead the store team.
• Create a positive community impact.
• Develop future leaders within the team.

Skills

Management experience

Commercial awareness

Communication

Growth mindset

Education

Personal Licence Holder

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Recruitment Manager @ Southern Co-op | HR, Talent Acquisition

As our Store Manager, you’ll take full ownership of your store, driving performance, leading an incredible team, and creating a space where people thrive. We truly believe our people are the heart of our business, and we're passionate about helping them grow. With opportunities like our fast-track management training programme, you won’t just build a career, you’ll accelerate it!

What you’ll get from us…

We believe in rewarding our people with more, Here’s a taste of what’s in store:

• Annual health check & 24/7 GP access with Aviva Digicare
• Private medical insurance & critical illness cover
• Group life assurance for added peace of mind
• Pension scheme to plan for your future
• Share incentive plan - own a piece of what you help build
• 20% in-store discount to make your shop go further
• Cycle to work scheme to keep you moving
• Paid time off to support the causes you care about
• 34 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising to 39 days after 5 years

What to expect…

• Lead with purpose – Set clear goals and standards by shaping a smart store plan that keeps the business safe, legal, and high-performing.
• Inspire outstanding service – Be the role model your team looks up to, turning great customer service into everyday action.
• Spot the wins – Identify opportunities to grow and improve, and turn insights into results.
• Be the face of the community – Champion the store locally by connecting with community groups and making a positive impact beyond the shop floor.
• Grow future leaders – Own your team’s development by creating a strong succession plan that fuels long-term success.

What you'll need…

• Management experience in food retail or a similar fast-paced environment
• Strong commercial awareness and a sharp eye for business planning
• Confident communicator who can influence and inspire at every level
• Personal Licence Holder—or willing to get one within 16 weeks
• A growth mindset with a drive to develop and improve
• A full UK Driving Licence is a bonus, but not a dealbreaker

About Us

We’re an independent Co-op, operating across the south of England running convenience food stores, funeral homes, crematoria, natural/woodland burial grounds and a Starbucks coffee franchise. We’re owned by our members, have over 4,000 colleagues and a purpose of working together for the benefit of our communities. We have a commitment to sustainable business and a promise to provide a fair, fresh approach, for all. This is achieved through investment in our communities, action we take to protect the environment and our support for local food producers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Retail

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