Supervisor - Maternity Cover

Sofa.com; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishings retailer is seeking a showroom manager in Glasgow to oversee a retail team, maximize sales, and ensure exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in retail management, strong leadership skills, and a passion for interiors. Responsibilities include inspiring the team, managing costs, and maintaining operational standards. This full-time role requires weekend and weekday availability, offering 28 days of holiday and commercial bonuses.

Benefits

Weekly / Monthly & Quarterly Commercial Bonuses

Monthly Group Rewards and Recognition

Discounted Gym membership

Group Wide 20% Discount across all Frasers Group brands

28 Days Holiday

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a retail management role.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven track record of internal progression and development.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for running the showroom and retail team efficiently.
• Maximise sales and profitability while maintaining customer service.
• Lead and inspire showroom team through effective communication.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Retail management experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

This is maternity Cover and will be a 9 month FTC.

You will be responsible for the efficient and smooth running of the showroom / retail team alongside of the Showroom Manager. Your key focus will be to maximise sales and showroom profitability paying particular attention to maintaining and building on customer service and operational standards, maximising brand image, enhancing team development and providing inspirational leadership and support to the teams within your remit.

• Meet and exceed sales targets and increase profitability in store.
• Analyse all reports and commercial information available to make improvements to the performance of the showroom.
• Ensure all controllable costs are managed and minimised, ensuring all expenditure is necessary and justified
• Lead & support the Showroom team through regular communication, circulating best practice and lessons learnt to improve overall business performance
• Inspire and lead staff members to ensure impeccable standards are established and maintained including administration, housekeeping, systems, and operational procedures
• Conduct regular checklists with the team, providing constructive feedback and creating development opportunities
• Work alongside the Showroom Manager on implementation of visual standards, key events / changes and implementing promotions
• Nurture and develop a culture of exceptional customer service by ensuring that all staff adhere to company guidelines and expectations as laid out in the training guides
• Tackle potentially challenging situations constructively and professionally
• Act as a role model and brand ambassador, consistently leading by example to set the standard in all areas by building strong and professional relationships with each staff member, providing leadership, guidance and support.
• Demonstrate an interest in the Company’s objectives and performance, and support the business’ strategy through effective teamwork
• Ensure all showrooms are adhering to the company H&S guidelines and legislation

This role is a full time 40h contract and will include both weekend and weekday work. Here at Sofa.com, we appreciate that our products can be a large investment. Part of this role is offering payment solutions to our customers, including the introduction of our credit options, giving all of our customers a chance to elevate their homes using payment methods which are suitable for their own individual circumstances.

As such, all candidates must be over the age of 18 years and comfortable offering credit products to our customers.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a retail management role. A background in interiors is preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proven track record of internal progression and development
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
• A confident decision maker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & good computer skills

Additional Information

• Weekly / Monthly & Quarterly Commercial Bonuses
• Monthly Group Rewards and Recognition
• Long Service awards
• We offer a wide range of Development Courses with National Qualifications
• 28 Days Holiday
• Discounted Gym membership
• Group Wide 20% Discount across all Frasers Group brands