Team Manager

MATALAN; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Matalan is seeking a Team Manager to inspire and lead their retail team in London. The successful candidate will be a key role model, driving sales and ensuring an exceptional customer experience while overseeing store operations. Ideal applicants should have prior experience in fashion or homeware retail and a proven track record in leadership. Join a company that values inclusivity and career development opportunities.

Benefits

20% colleague discount

25 days annual leave

Optional holiday buy scheme

One free day leave for wellbeing

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in fashion or homeware retail.
• Leadership experience with examples.
• Understanding of visual merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Driving sales targets and exploring sales opportunities.
• Coaching and motivating team members.
• Running the store in the absence of the store Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sales Strategy

Visual Merchandising

Operational Knowledge

Job description

About Matalan

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here on our careers site.

We know as a team, we are stronger together - we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want to give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know. In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

About The Role

As a Team Manager at Matalan, you'll be a key role model in our stores, showcasing our Matalan Values and behaviours whilst optimising sales and leading a high performing, energetic and adaptable team.

You'll be coaching and motivating team members as an integral part of the store management team. As the store Team Manager, you'll also have responsibility for the running of the store in the absence of the store Manager and will use feedback from customers to create a great shopping experience.

If you're looking for a successful career in Retail Management, a Team Manager role at Matalan could be a great start!

You'll be...

• Driving sales targets and exploring sales opportunities
• Being a role model of outstanding customer service, embodying Matalan Values, and having a passion for retail
• Leading the implementation of seasonal layouts and visual guidelines throughout the store
• Opening and closing the store
• Upskilling team members and providing regular feedback to drive performance

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the following core benefits:

• 20% colleague discount, increasing with length of service
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata basis depending on contracted hours)
• Optional extra holiday buy scheme up to 5 days per year
• One additional free day leave to support your wellbeing
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for multiple retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development opportunities
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business

About You

To be part of our team, we'd like you to...

• Have experience in a similar role in fashion or homeware retail
• Be a confident communicator who understands how to engage and motivate others
• Be able to provide examples of leadership experience
• Have a good understanding of visual merchandising (VM)
• Have a proven ability to identify sales opportunities and drive new ideas
• Have good knowledge of operational processes and procedures within retail while remaining conscious of costs
• Be able to work under pressure and be adaptable to change