Team Manager 12 month FTC

Matalan; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent fashion retailer in Plymouth seeks a Team Manager to optimize sales and lead a dynamic team. The successful candidate will coach team members, drive sales targets, and ensure an outstanding shopping experience. A background in retail management and proven leadership skills are essential, along with a passion for fashion or homeware. This role offers competitive benefits including discounts, annual leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

20% colleague discount

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Optional holiday buy scheme

Wellbeing support

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar retail role, preferably in Fashion or Homeware.
• Able to motivate and engage team members effectively.
• Good understanding of operational retail processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales targets and explore sales opportunities.
• Serve as a role model of outstanding customer service.
• Lead implementation of seasonal layouts and visual guidelines.
• Open and close the store.
• Upskill team members and provide performance feedback.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Visual Merchandising

Sales identification

Operational knowledge

Job description

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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 on our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contribute 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 is 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 behaviors 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
• Serving as 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

Hierarchy

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Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we 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 extra 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 generate new ideas
• Possess good knowledge of operational processes and procedures within retail while remaining cost-conscious
• Be able to work under pressure and adapt to change