Store Manager

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

Job summary

A national retail company is seeking a Store Manager for their location in Street, Somerset. The ideal candidate will lead a passionate team, drive sales, and ensure exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, motivating the team, and implementing effective sales strategies. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential, and full training will be provided. Join a forward-thinking business with room for personal growth and development.

Benefits

Career prospects

Supportive team environment

Industry-recognised qualification opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the retail landscape and an eye for growth opportunities.
• Inspire, support, and lead your team to deliver great results.
• Energetic and proactive in driving performance and engaging customers.
• Dedicated to supporting your team's growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team to meet and exceed sales targets, encouraging a performance-driven culture.
• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company standards.
• Implement effective sales strategies and local promotions.
• Deliver a first-class experience for every customer.
• Manage, coach, and motivate your team, providing training.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership Skills

Sales Focus

People Development

Job description

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, including High Street stores, Garden Centre concessions, Tourist stores, and larger format Destination Stores. With control over product development and supply chains, we ensure the delivery of the finest yarns and fabrics that not only fit perfectly but are made to last. Our store staff are knowledgeable and committed to offering a personal and helpful service.

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a Store Manager to join our team at The Edinburgh Woollen Mill in Street. Located in the heart of Somerset, Street offers a vibrant and welcoming community atmosphere, with a mix of loyal local shoppers and tourists. Known for its retail heritage and as home to Clarks Village, Street is a thriving town with excellent footfall and retail potential.

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, drive sales, and ensure an exceptional shopping experience for all customers. We’re looking for a commercially aware and proactive retail leader who is confident working on their own initiative. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential – full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Sales: Lead your team to meet and exceed sales targets, encouraging a performance-driven culture.
• Operational Management: Oversee daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company standards, while managing costs.
• Maximise Profitability: Implement effective sales strategies and local promotions.
• Outstanding Customer Service: Deliver a first-class experience for every customer.
• Team Development: Manage, coach, and motivate your team, providing training and opportunities for career growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Commercial Awareness: Strong understanding of the retail landscape and an eye for growth opportunities.
• Leadership Skills: Inspire, support, and lead your team to deliver great results.
• Sales Focus: Energetic and proactive in driving performance and engaging customers.
• People Development: Dedicated to supporting your team's growth and success.

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

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