Store Manager

Bonmarche; Torquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion retail company in Torquay is seeking a Store Manager to lead a passionate team, drive sales, and ensure exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have commercial awareness and strong leadership skills. This role offers excellent career progression opportunities and the chance to make a real impact within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Industry-recognised qualification access

Qualifications

• Previous fashion retail experience is a plus but not essential.
• Proactive attitude to engaging customers and increasing sales.

Responsibilities

• Drive Sales – Motivate your team to achieve and exceed store targets.
• Operational Management – Oversee day-to-day store operations.
• Maximise Profitability – Implement sales strategies and promotions.
• Customer Service Excellence – Maintain a high level of customer care.
• Team Development – Coach and support your team.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Strong Leadership

Sales Focused

People Development

Job description

Overview

Bonmarché offers stylish, high-quality fashion at great value. As a long-established brand, we’re committed to providing affordable and flattering clothing for all, catering to a diverse customer base and promoting inclusive fashion. Our stores offer a friendly, welcoming shopping experience, underpinned by exceptional customer service and a personal touch. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Store Manager to join our team in Torquay. Located along the stunning English Riviera, our Torquay store serves a loyal customer base in a busy coastal town known for its charm, community spirit, and year-round footfall. It’s a fantastic location to grow your retail career in a supportive and rewarding environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a forward-thinking business with excellent career progression opportunities
• Be part of a supportive, energetic team environment
• Access to an industry-recognised qualification within your first 18 months (if desired)

Responsibilities

As Store Manager, you will lead and inspire a passionate team, drive sales, and ensure our customers receive the outstanding shopping experience Bonmarché is known for. We’re looking for a commercially minded and proactive retail manager who enjoys working on their own initiative. Previous fashion retail experience is a plus but not essential – full training will be provided.

• Drive Sales – Motivate your team to achieve and exceed store targets
• Operational Management – Oversee day-to-day store operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and cost efficiency
• Maximise Profitability – Implement sales strategies and promotions to boost store performance
• Customer Service Excellence – Maintain a high level of customer care at all times
• Team Development – Coach, manage, and support your team to help them reach their full potential

What We’re Looking For

• Commercial Awareness – A good understanding of the retail market and how to identify opportunities for growth
• Strong Leadership – Ability to lead by example, inspire others, and drive results
• Sales Focused – Proactive attitude to engaging customers and increasing sales
• People Development – A commitment to nurturing and growing your team’s skills

Join Bonmarché in Torquay and become part of a growing brand where your input matters. If you're passionate about retail and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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