Store Manager - New Store

Fashion retail; Urmston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail company in Urmston is seeking a passionate Store Manager to lead a team in their new store. The ideal candidate will drive sales, ensure an exceptional shopping experience, and manage the daily operations effectively. Strong leadership and commercial awareness are essential, along with a proactive approach to retail management. The position offers excellent growth opportunities within an established brand and includes full training for newcomers to the retail sector.

Benefits

Excellent career prospects

Supportive and dynamic team

Industry-recognised qualification

Convenient transport links

Qualifications

• Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• Commercially aware and proactive retail manager.
• Ability to work using own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Oversee the daily running of the store based on company standards.
• Implement effective sales strategies to enhance store performance.
• Ensure an excellent shopping experience for all customers.
• Manage, coach, and motivate your team for career progression.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Strong Leadership Skills

Sales Acumen

Training and Development Focus

Job description

At Peacocks we pride ourselves on delivering stylish quality fashion at affordable prices on the UK High Street. Having first started life as Penny Bazaar in 1884, we are now considered as an established and staple fashion brand with a strong commitment to value for money. We aim to offer our customers wearable style for all the family, whether it’s budget friendly fashion or the latest fashion trends. Our stores provide a welcoming and enjoyable shopping experience, reflecting our dedication to outstanding customer service.

If you are looking to join our team of over 3000 employees across our 350 UK stores, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager to join our team in our new store opening in Urmston. Our brand-new store is located in Eden Square, right at the centre of Urmston’s bustling shopping scene, offering a lively and rewarding environment to work in, with excellent opportunities for growth and development.

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic team.
• Gain an industry‑recognised qualification within your first 18 months, if desired.
• Enjoy a store location with convenient transport links

As Store Manager, you will lead a passionate team, driving sales and ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. We are looking for a commercially aware and proactive retail manager who can work using their own initiative. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities :

• Drive Sales : Lead your team to achieve and exceed sales targets, cultivating a performance‑driven culture.
• Operational Management : Oversee the daily running of the store, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards while managing costs effectively.
• Maximise Profitability : Implement effective sales strategies and promotions to enhance store performance.
• Deliver Outstanding Customer Service : Ensure an excellent shopping experience for all customers.
• Team Development : Manage, coach, and motivate your team, providing training and development opportunities to support career progression

What We’re Looking For :

• Commercial Awareness : Understanding of the retail market with the ability to identify opportunities for growth.
• Strong Leadership Skills : Ability to inspire and guide your team to success.
• Sales Acumen : A proactive approach to driving sales and engaging customers.
• Training and Development Focus : Commitment to nurturing and enhancing team members' skills.

Join Peacocks and be part of an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact. If you’re passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Urmston, we would love to hear from you.

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