Store Manager QUINTRELL DOWNS Retail - SPAR Store Management (inc Foodservice)

Blakemore Trade Partners; Quintrell Downs; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discount

Company Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Wellbeing support

Long Service Awards

Job summary

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is seeking a Store Manager for Quintrell Downs to lead a busy SPAR store and deliver outstanding customer service to the local community.

You will recruit and develop a high-performing team, manage stock and merchandising, set sales targets, analyse performance data, engage with customers, and drive growth in a supportive environment with a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management and achieving sales targets.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and ability to build relationships with customers and local community.
• Knowledge of stock control, merchandising, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and stock control.
• Implement and uphold visual merchandising standards to enhance the shopping experience.
• Set and achieve sales targets, analyse sales reports and trends for improvements.
• Actively participate in local community events and seek partnerships that benefit Quintrell Downs.
• Manage budgets, expenses and financial reporting within parameters.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Merchandising

Data analysis

Community engagement

Job description

At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UK’s largest privately owned businesses, employing circa 6,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We’re constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career.

Today, we operate at the heart of communities across the UK, with over 300 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail, food service, and wholesale distribution. Food and drink remain at the core of everything we do, driving our passion for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences.

SPAR is the world’s largest international food retail chain, encompassing more than 13,800 stores in 48 countries. With more than 2,600 stores and a turnover in excess of £3 billion, SPAR is also the UK’s leading convenience store group. Being a ‘symbol’ group means that individual SPAR members retain their independence but enjoy the many benefits of being a part of a global brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and a strong sense of community within the store.

Operational Excellence:

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and stock control.
• Implement and uphold visual merchandising standards to enhance the overall shopping experience.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and preferences.
• Implement customer service strategies to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.

Sales and Performance:

• Set and achieve sales targets, actively driving initiatives to increase revenue and profitability.
• Analyse sales reports and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.

Community Involvement:

• Actively participate in local community events and initiatives to strengthen the store's ties with the community.
• Seek out partnerships and collaborations that contribute to the overall well-being of Quintrell Downs.
• Manage budgets, expenses, and financial reporting to ensure the store operates within established financial parameters.

Store Manager Skills Required:

• Proven experience in retail management, with a track record of success in achieving sales targets.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with customers and the local community.
• Knowledge of retail operations, including inventory management and merchandising.
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions to drive business performance.
• A passion for community engagement and a commitment to making a positive impact in Quintrell Downs.

What's in it for you?

• Salary of up to £32,000 and bonus potential
• Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
• Cycle to work scheme
• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
• Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages
• Flexible working hours opportunity
• Excellent additional benefits package including:
  • Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’
  • 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal
  • 12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
  • Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
  • NEST pension scheme
  • Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme
  • Long Service Awards

If you are a results-driven and community-oriented individual with a passion for retail, we invite you to apply for the position Store Manager. Join us in making a difference in the Quintrell Downs community through exceptional service and a commitment to excellence.

UK driving licence preferred as travel to other store etc.

Must be willing to undergo Post Office financial vetting

Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Department

Retail - SPAR Store Management (inc Foodservice)

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

40 hours per week

• Bonus Scheme
• Company Sick Pay
• Additional Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Cover
• Staff Discount
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Volunteering opportunities
• Health Cash Plan

Closing date for applications

19th November, 2026