Store Manager - go Outdoors

JD GROUP; Alnwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Store Manager in Alnwick to oversee daily operations and drive sales performance. The ideal candidate will manage a motivated team and ensure exceptional customer service while meeting business goals. Responsibilities include running store operations, analyzing sales data, and implementing successful strategies. Benefits include a quarterly bonus, employee discounts, and health plans.

Benefits

Quarterly discretionary bonus schemes

30% company discount

Health cash plans

Internal development courses

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a fast-paced retail or customer-facing environment.
• Proven track record of managing and exceeding sales targets and KPIs.
• Experience in analyzing reports and making commercial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Effectively run all store operations to meet or exceed sales & KPI targets.
• Create a positive team culture through recruiting and training.
• Analyze sales data and develop strategies to meet sales targets.

Skills

Management experience

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Sales target management

Visual merchandising

Analytical skills

Job description

Role overview:

The Store Manager oversees daily operations, drives sales performance, manages a team of motivated employees, and ensures exceptional customer service to achieve business goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Effectively run all store operations to meet or exceed sales & KPI targets, set clear sales goals, track performance, and evolve processes for continuous growth.
2. Create and maintain colleague schedules to ensure proper coverage and productivity.
3. Create a positive team culture through recruiting, training, and developing your team, building a motivated and high-performing team for store success.
4. Analyze sales data and financial reports to make informed decisions, identify opportunities operationally and commercially.
5. Develop and implement strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.
6. Attract, engage, and motivate customers using the latest visual merchandising techniques, ensuring displays are attractive and aligned with brand guidelines.
7. Ensure teams deliver the highest level of service to achieve a positive Net Promoter Score (NPS).
8. Address customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints promptly and professionally.
9. Drive customer loyalty programs and promotions to enhance engagement.
10. Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
11. Monitor and control store expenses within budget.
12. Ensure store compliance with health & safety regulations.

Role objectives and KPIs:

1. Contribute to achieving or exceeding monthly sales targets.
2. Drive KPIs such as Units, Conversion, ATV, UPT.
3. Achieve upselling and cross-selling targets.
4. Maintain a high Net Promoter Score.
5. Ensure stock accuracy during audits.
6. Complete mandatory training for new colleagues.
7. Meet or exceed employee satisfaction and engagement survey benchmarks.
8. Keep operational costs within the allocated budget.

Skills and Experience:

1. Previous management experience in a fast-paced retail or customer-facing environment.
2. Passionate about retail with a good understanding of current trends and competitors.
3. Strong leadership skills with experience in coaching and developing teams.
4. Excellent communication skills.
5. Proven track record of managing and exceeding sales targets and KPIs.
6. Experience in analyzing reports and making commercial decisions.
7. Keen eye for detail and commerciality; visual merchandising experience is advantageous.
8. Ability to promote JD Group values to stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Quarterly discretionary bonus schemes.
• 30% company discount on many products in-store and online (JD Sports, Size?, Foot Patrol, Blacks, Millets, GO Outdoors).
• Exclusive deals and discounts via TELUS Health platform.
• Access to digital health and well-being services.
• Health cash plans.
• Internal development courses for personal and professional growth.
• Opportunities for apprenticeships and qualifications (England only).
• Company Sick Pay scheme.
• Health Care Cover.
• Discounted gym memberships at JD Gyms.
• Life Assurance.
• Access to colleague networks and support initiatives for positive change.
• Opportunities to volunteer and support JD Foundation.
• Employer engagement forums.
• Incremental holiday allowance.