Store Manager - Llansantffraid

Wynnstay Group PLC; Llansantffraed-Cwmdeuddwr; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Profit related pay

Life Assurance

Annual leave

Employee assistance

BUPA health cover

Job summary

Wynnstay Group PLC is seeking an entrepreneurial Store Manager to lead one of our established stores and drive ongoing growth within the local agricultural community. You will run the store as a local business, setting the pace, driving sales, and identifying new commercial opportunities while delivering outstanding service.

You will lead a dynamic team, balance budgets, and ensure stock, merchandising, and health & safety standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead large teams
• Strong financial and commercial awareness
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience with budgets and payroll
• Customer-focused, sales-driven mindset
• Health & safety minded

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for store performance, team, stock, and operations
• Drive sales growth by expanding customer base and promoting products
• Maintain high customer service standards and develop new business
• Lead, coach and develop store staff for a high-performing culture
• Ensure stock levels, merchandising, and store presentation are top quality
• Conduct regular stock checks and support promotional campaigns
• Lead colleague reviews and career development planning
• Maintain compliance with Wynnstay policies and health & safety requirements
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to align with business goals

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Sales-driven

Communication

Problem solving

Education

AMTRASQP/RAMA

Basis Storekeeper

Leadership/Management qualification

Job description

Wynnstay Group is seeking anentrepreneurial,commerciallydriven Store Manager to lead one of our established stores and take ownership of its continued growth and success.

This is much more than a traditional retail management role. You will have the opportunity to run the store as a local business: setting the pace, driving sales performance, identifying new commercial opportunities and building a strong presence within the surrounding agricultural community. You’ll combine hands-on operational leadership with a proactive, entrepreneurial approach to growing the customer base and increasing the store’s market share.

Working closely with farmers, rural businesses and local customers, you’ll develop a strong understanding of their needs and ensure the store provides trusted advice, relevant products and an exceptional level of service. You’ll maintain existing relationships while actively seeking new business, spotting opportunities and inspiring your team to confidently promote the full range of Wynnstay products and services.

As Store Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for sales targets, financial and operational performance, stock management, compliance and team development. You’ll create a high-performing, commercially focused culture in which colleagues feel motivated, customers feel valued and new ideas are encouraged.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced agricultural or retail leader who enjoys being visible in the local community, thrives on achieving targets and wants the freedom to make a genuine impact. You’ll have the autonomy to bring your ideas to life, backed by the resources, expertise and support of an established national agricultural business during an exciting period of growth and transformation.

Responsibilities:

• Taking overall responsibility for the store, including the performance of its sales, team, stock management, and operational efficiency
• Driving sales growth by retaining and expanding the customer base, maximizing product sales through proactive selling and customer engagement
• Ensuring a high standard of customer service is consistently delivered, maintaining strong relationships with existing customers and actively developing new business opportunities
• Providing clear leadership, support, and ongoing development to store staff, fostering a motivated and high-performing team culture
• Ensuring the store is well-stocked, well-merchandised, and always maintained to a professional standard
• Completing regular stock takes accurately and within the specified timeframe
• Implementing and participating in promotional campaigns
• Conducting colleague reviews to assess training needs and build career development paths
• Managing and resolving customer or staff issues with professionalism and confidenceTaking responsibility for Health & Safety on site
• Ensuring compliance with Wynnstay policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Maintaining effective communication with key internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and alignment with business objectives

What we’re looking for:

• Commercial and practical awareness of the agricultural industry and the competitive landscape
• Enthusiastic, hungry, and actively seeking new opportunities through various initiatives
• Enjoys working as part of a team and has strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate others
• Effective communicator and resourceful in solving problems
• Experience with computers and basic software packages
• Knowledge of the regulations surrounding portfolio of products sold
• Awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Proven ability to deliver strong commercial and operational results.
• Demonstrated success in leading, coaching, and developing large teams.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Experience managing budgets, payroll, and key business metrics.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of compliance, health and safety, and operational controls.
• AMTRASQP/RAMA qualified (training will be provided)
• Basis Storekeeper qualified (training will be provided)
• Multi-site leadership exposure.
• Experience supporting regional or business-wide projects.
• Formal leadership or management qualification.
• Experience developing future leaders and succession planning.
• Competitive salary and management bonus package
• Employee Assistance Programmewith BUPA
• Company profit related pay scheme
• Life Assurance x2 Salaryuponafterprobation
• 25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Employee discount at Wynnstay Stores
• Opportunity to join a supportive, values-led organisation with a turnover of £583million and over 900 colleagues nationwide