Store Manager Designate

Mole Valley Farmers; Newbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Colleague discount

Free parking

33 days annual leave

Training opportunities

Career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers is seeking a flexible Store Manager Designate to support our stores regionally. You will lead by example, drive KPIs, and deliver outstanding customer experiences while developing talent in a fast-paced retail environment.

This permanent, full-time role offers 40 hours per week on a 5-out-of-7 rota. You’ll work with Store Managers to implement business plans, manage stock, promotions, and safety standards, ensuring customer-first service.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven management experience in retail.
• Proven track record of delivering sales targets and managing budgets.
• Strong understanding of retail operations: sales, stock control, customer service.
• Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Analytical mindset for sales trends and growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead and motivate teams.
• Flexible and committed to continuous improvement and team development.
• Customer-first mindset with a passion for outstanding service.
• Current driving licence and willingness to travel regionwide.

Responsibilities

• Work with Store Managers to deliver business plans focused on growth and commercial success.
• Assist in driving KPI results across stores and engage teams in achieving performance goals.
• Support stock control, seasonal promotions, and merchandising to maximise sales opportunities.
• Coach and develop colleagues to build strong succession plans for the future.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training to maintain compliance and nurture talent.
• Help organise daily operations and manage store security.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety policies and company procedures.

Job description

Description

We’re looking for a flexible and customer-focused Store Manager Designate to support our stores across the region. This is a key leadership role where you’ll work alongside store management teams to drive success, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and develop talent. If you’re passionate about retail, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: Retail

Location: Newbury

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis

As Store Manager Designate, you’ll play a vital role in supporting multiple stores, helping to deliver business plans, drive KPIs, and ensure operational excellence. You’ll lead by example, create a positive and solution-focused environment, and make sure every interaction reflects our values: customer first, innovative, knowledgeable, honest, committed, and courageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with Store Managers to deliver business plans focused on growth and commercial success
• Assisting in driving KPI results across stores and engaging teams in achieving performance goals
• Supporting stock control, seasonal promotions, and merchandising to maximise sales opportunities
• Coaching and developing colleagues to build strong succession plans for the future
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and training to maintain compliance and nurture talent
• Helping organise daily operations and manage store security
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and company procedures

About You

• At least 2 years’ proven management experience within a comparable retail role
• Proven track record of delivering sales targets and managing budgets
• Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock control, and customer service
• Skilled in problem-solving and decision‑making under pressure
• Strong commercial awareness, including analysing sales trends and identifying growth opportunities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and engage colleagues
• Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development
• A natural leader with a customer‑first mindset and a passion for delivering outstanding service
• Current driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

What We Offer

• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% colleague discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part‑time colleagues)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Comprehensive colleague benefits
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies