Store Manager – Pop Mart (Leeds, England)

POP MART; Leeds; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

POP MART is seeking a Retail Store Manager for our new store in Leeds. This key leadership role entails overseeing operations and ensuring exceptional customer service within the designer toy sector. Candidates should have extensive experience in retail management and a passion for collectibles. Join a multicultural team and contribute to our growth in the UK market.

Benefits

Bonus/commission scheme

Monthly appreciation gifts

Comprehensive training programs

Regular team social events

Qualifications

• 4+ years of retail management experience preferred.
• Fluent in professional English with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Experience in developing strategies for sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of store operations including sales and inventory management.
• Train and supervise the sales team, and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Develop strategies to achieve sales targets and improve store performance.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or Retail Management

Job description

Store Manager – Pop Mart (Leeds, England)

Store Manager – Pop Mart (Leeds, England)

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Industry: Designer toys and collectible pieces

Job type: Full-time Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

About POP MART

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, and designer toy culture evangelism, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain. Besides our original and iconic IPs such as Molly, Hirono, Skullpanda, and LABUBU, POP MART collaborates with top-tier toys and lifestyle brands including Disney, Universal Studios, and Sanrio to create collectible art toys featuring their iconic characters.

In the UK, POP MART operates seven stores in London, Midlands, and Manchester, and over five Robo Shops (vending machines for POP MART products). With our ambitious growth plan, we continue to expand our retail network by opening new stores in London and nationwide.

For more information, please visit www.popmart.com and our LinkedIn Career page.

What to Expect

POP MART is a boutique-sized company with a young and multicultural team where you can expect to:

• Gain valuable professional experience covering the entire retail life cycle
• Have the opportunity to work with people from different countries and cultures in a collaborative environment
• Receive structured customer service, retail operations, and product training
• Be proactively involved in the company’s growth

POP MART offers our employees:

• Selected POP MART toys as appreciation gifts every month
• A structured bonus/commission scheme in line with the company’s and the individual’s performance
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Regular team social events

The Role and Candidate

We are searching for a Retail Store Manager to lead and oversee operations at our new Leeds store! This is a key leadership role responsible for managing all aspects of retail operations and ensuring the sales team provides exceptional customer service that meets POP MART's standards.

This management position requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for retail management. Your enthusiasm for designer toys will make you a competitive candidate. The position reports to and receives functional guidance from the Area Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of store operations, including sales, customer service, inventory management, and staff supervision
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales targets and improve store performance
• Provide exceptional customer service and resolve any customer issues or complaints
• Train, mentor, and supervise the sales team, ensuring they adhere to company policies and procedures
• Closely monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the merchandising team and management for replenishment
• Control stock discrepancy by monitoring inventory levels and implementing loss prevention measures
• Manage visual merchandising, ensuring the store's tidiness and cleanliness are maintained at the highest level
• Oversee cashier point operations, including daily opening and closing procedures
• Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate goals, expectations, and updates
• Lead recruitment efforts, evaluate potential candidate's performance, and train new team members
• Perform administrative tasks such as rota scheduling, payroll management, and sales reporting
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations
• Be available to work flexible hours.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience (4+ years) in retail management, preferably in a similar industry
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Retail Management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Fluent in professional English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategies to achieve sales targets and improve store performance
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Proficient in administrative tasks such as rota scheduling, payroll management, and reporting
• Team-oriented with the ability to foster a positive work environment
• Candidates with less experience can also apply for the Assistant Store Manager position

Desirable but Not Essential

• Multi-lingual language ability (Chinese Mandarin is an advantage but not essential)
• Experience in the toy or collectibles industry
• Knowledge of visual merchandising techniques
• Familiarity with retail management software and point-of-sale systems

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £33,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Commission pay
• Company pension

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Retail

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