Store Manager

Peacocks; Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking a Store Manager for their location in Wells. The successful candidate will lead a passionate team, drive sales, and ensure an exceptional shopping experience. Candidates should demonstrate commercial awareness and strong leadership skills. Previous retail experience is a plus but not required, as full training will be provided. This role offers excellent career prospects and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Industry-recognised qualification

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
• Proactive approach to driving sales and customer engagement.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to achieve sales targets and foster a culture of performance.
• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and standards.
• Implement sales strategies to enhance store profitability.
• Ensure outstanding customer service and a great shopping experience.
• Coach and motivate the team, providing development opportunities.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Strong Leadership Skills

Sales Acumen

Training and Development Focus

Job description

Overview

At Peacocks we pride ourselves on delivering stylish quality fashion at affordable prices on the UK High Street. Having first started life as Penny Bazaar in 1884, we are now considered as an established and staple fashion brand with a strong commitment to value for money. We aim to offer our customers wearable style for all the family, whether it’s budget friendly fashion or the latest fashion trends. Our stores provide a welcoming and enjoyable shopping experience, reflecting our dedication to outstanding customer service.

If you are looking to join our team of over 3000 employees across our 350 UK stores, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager to join our team in Wells.

Our store is located in the heart of Wells, a historic cathedral city that attracts both locals and visitors all year round. Known for its unique charm and strong community spirit, Wells offers a great balance of culture and retail activity. The Peacocks store here is a key fashion destination for the area, offering a friendly and supportive work environment with plenty of opportunities for growth and development. It’s an exciting place to work, and we’re looking for someone to help us build on our success in this thriving location.

What’s in it for you?

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

Role Summary

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 using their own initiative. 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, cultivating 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 Peacocks and be part of an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact. If you’re passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Wells, we would love to hear from you.

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