Store Manager: Lead a People-First, High-Impact Team

Card Factory plc; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Card Factory plc is seeking a Store Manager to lead a store and drive a positive team culture. You’ll hire, coach, and develop staff while ensuring excellent customer service and effective merchandising. You’ll manage payroll, budgets, and daily store operations to hit targets and deliver growth.

Working closely with District and Regional Managers, you’ll implement plans, monitor performance with data, and celebrate wins as a team. This role is on site in the UK retail network.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience – led teams and built high-performing cultures.
• Inspiring presence – leads by example.
• People-first mindset – coaches, supports and grows others.
• Strong communicator – listens, speaks clearly, unites people.
• Tech-savvy – comfortable using systems to support daily tasks.
• Calm and adaptable – stays focused under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead day to day — build a brilliant team, set clear direction, and create a thriving workplace.
• Handle hiring, coaching, merchandising and payroll.
• Partner with District and Regional Managers to drive growth and celebrate success.

Skills

Leadership experience

Inspiring presence

People-first mindset

Strong communicator

Tech-savvy

Calm and adaptable

Job description

Card Factory plc is seeking a Store Manager to lead a store and drive a positive team culture. You’ll hire, coach, and develop staff while ensuring excellent customer service and effective merchandising. You’ll manage payroll, budgets, and daily store operations to hit targets and deliver growth.

Working closely with District and Regional Managers, you’ll implement plans, monitor performance with data, and celebrate wins as a team. This role is on site in the UK retail network.