Store Manager - Reading Gate (N108604)

NEXT Retail Ltd.; Reading; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Store Manager to lead their team and foster a customer-focused shopping experience. The Store Manager will ensure operational excellence while inspiring a high-performing team. This role requires exceptional communication and problem-solving skills as well as a passionate approach to customer service. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly, we want you to be part of our team.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and coaching a high-performing team.
• Ability to maintain calm and approachable demeanor under pressure.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and effective decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the team to achieve performance targets.
• Create a fantastic shopping experience for customers.
• Communicate effectively with the team to align business objectives.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Commercial understanding

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Job description

To be a successful Store Manager you will:

• Lead and inspire your team to be their best
• Provide an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of everything you do, in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient and safe
• Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities alongside the team
• Form part of an area team reporting to the Area Manager, playing a part in the growth and success of the brand by identifying opportunities and adding value
• Ensure communication is up‑to‑date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs
  You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit
• You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers
• A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with the new objectives
• A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others
• Confidently problem solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward
• Experienced in leading and coaching a high performing team and effectively dealing with people issues
• An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.