Store Manager - Designate

Halfords; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer of motoring and cycling products is seeking a Designate Store Manager to motivate teams and deliver outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include inspiring the in-store teams, managing sales targets, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate has proven retail experience and leadership skills. The role offers comprehensive benefits including discounts and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

6 weeks of annual leave

Quarterly performance bonuses

Opportunities for career advancement

25% discount on most products

Financial planning support through Wagestream

24 / 7 GP access

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading retail teams and achieving sales targets.
• Ability to manage team deployment effectively.
• Understanding of retail legislation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage your team to create a remarkable in-store experience.
• Adapt to the dynamic retail environment.
• Drive a professional selling culture.
• Maintain high standards of service, safety, and compliance.

Skills

Proven experience as a Store Manager in a retail environment

Background in a service-focused business

Experience in managing sales and service targets

Skills in recruiting, developing, and leading teams

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strong focus on compliance with Health and Safety

Job description

As a Designate Store Manager, you will be a crucial support to our management team, assisting local stores within your area. You’ll lead in-store teams with encouragement and motivation, leveraging your leadership experience while receiving top-notch training to prepare for your permanent role as Store Manager. You will build a strong support network during your training, enabling you to deliver effective leadership and exceptional service to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage your team to create a remarkable in-store experience, embodying our core values.
• Adapt to the dynamic retail environment, ensuring your team remains motivated and responsive to changing customer needs.
• Drive a professional selling culture, focusing on delivering outstanding customer experiences and achieving impressive results.
• Maintain high standards of service, safety, and compliance, while fostering a store environment of commercial excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Store Manager in a retail environment.
• Background in a service-focused business.
• Experience in managing sales and service targets, as well as influencing key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Skills in recruiting, developing, and leading teams effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage team deployment, ensuring the right people are in the right roles.
• Strong focus on compliance with Health and Safety, GDPR, quality control, and retail legislation.

Benefits

• 6 weeks of annual leave.
• Quarterly performance bonuses (upon permanent appointment).
• Opportunities for career advancement within Halfords.
• 25% discount on most Halfords products and up to 50% off garage bills in Autocentres.
• Discounts on groceries, shopping, insurance, and leisure activities.
• Family & Friends Discount Events throughout the year.
• Opportunities to purchase a Trade Price Bike and enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Financial planning support through Wagestream, allowing access to up to 30% of your salary in advance.
• 24 / 7 GP access year-round.
• Participation in our Share Save scheme with a 20% discount on shares.
• Health Cash Plan for wellness services and healthcare cost claims.
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance.

We recognize that everyone has different priorities, which is why we offer a comprehensive range of rewards and benefits, including all the benefits listed above. We are in an exciting growth phase, focusing on motoring services and electric mobility. As the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the largest vehicle service, maintenance, and repair business, we invite you to be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move!

At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.