Store Manager Designate

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in retail management is seeking a Store Manager Designate to oversee operations across various locations. This role is pivotal in driving sales and ensuring high standards of customer service while leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in retail, a passion for community engagement, and the ability to inspire others. With a commitment to environmental sustainability and community support, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment. Join a team that values diversity and inclusivity, and be part of a mission that truly matters.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Holistic support leave

Enhanced family policies

Wagestream - early access to wages

Health cash plan

24/7 Virtual GP access

Pension with employer contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Gym membership discounts

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Must have previous retail experience and ability to lead teams.
• Strong commitment to achieving high retail standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and achieve targets across multiple stores.
• Lead and develop a team of staff and volunteers.

Skills

Retail Experience

Team Leadership

Sales Target Achievement

Customer Service

Stock Management

Recruitment and Training

Job description

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Are you looking to develop a career in retail management? Would you be motivated in a retail role that makes a life-saving difference?

We are looking for a Store Manager Designate to join our retail field team covering our homestores acrossGrantham/Leicestershire area (A1 Corridor down to Cambridge).

What does this role involve?

The Store Manager Designate role provides cover across different locations to support the day to day running of the required stores and includes:

• Driving sales and achieving targets
• Delivering a high standard of service to customers that is expected by the BHF
• Leading and developing a team of staff and volunteers
• Deputising for Store Managers.
• Stock generation and management
• Recruitment and training of staff and volunteers.

What are we looking for?

• Previous retail experience is essential
• Experience of leading and developing teams
• Ability to achieve sales targets
• Committed to achieving the highest retail standards at all times
• Results driven but with a recognition of right result, right way
• Ability to build rapport with people

This role involves providing cover and support to various stores. Therefore, willingness to travel to various sites is essential.

The successful candidate will need a full UK driving licence.

What’s important to us?

At the British Heart Foundation (BHF) we offer a huge range of new and used quality furniture, clothing, jewellery and more, available in store and online.

In addition to raising funds for the BHF, we connect with our local communities and help reduce clothing and furniture waste across the UK. With over 700 stores we make a huge environmental impact by preventing around 70,000 tonnes of unwanted items going to landfill every year. We receive 1.6 million items donated to our home stores and 9.8 million bags of donated items and we will continue to build upon our reuse agenda in the years to come.

Everything we do comes back to funding lifesaving research for all heart and circulatory conditions. We are more ambitious and determined than ever – because the cures and treatments we need are in sight. You could be part of getting us there sooner!

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy,Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.

Why join the BHF?

We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.

• 38 days annual leave(plus the option to buy and sell leave)
• Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year
• Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave)
• Wagestream - early access to your wages
• Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)
• Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Discounts with a wide range of retailers

Ready to apply?

To apply, please follow these simple steps:

• Click the “Apply” button below.
• You’ll be seamlessly redirected to the BHF Careers page .
• Complete the application form, submit your CV and upload your employment history.

What do I need to know?

DBS Check : Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check

Inclusivity Matters : We’re committed to fairness and consistency. As part of this commitment, we use anonymous CV software during the application process

Act Swiftly : Early applications are encouraged. We’ll be reviewing submissions throughout the advertising period and may close the advert early

Sponsorship: Please note that we are unlikely to be able to sponsor applicants in respect of this role due to the role not meeting the minimum salary criteria to be eligible for sponsorship