Trainee Store Manager

Here at Deichmann, we are looking to appoint a Trainee Store Manager.

You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, with an initial salary of £30,500 per annum.

Based initially in a store within the district, after training, you will support and manage stores either on a planned or ad hoc basis across the surrounding areas, including Ilford, Stratford, East Ham, Wood Green, and Walthamstow.

This is an exciting opportunity for a successful and ambitious team member or supervisor looking to progress into store management.

You will undergo first-class training and development, including managing stores on a planned and ad hoc basis, with potential to become a Cover Manager after training, and eventually a Store Manager of your own store.

You must be fully flexible regarding travel, as you will work across multiple stores. Previous experience in retail or a related sector is required. You should be able to problem-solve, think quickly, and be a people person with the ability to plan and coordinate resources, delivering exceptional customer service.

Key activities:

• Motivate and coach the team to deliver excellent customer service
• Lead by example in promoting and recommending shoe care products, demonstrating confidence in selling and product knowledge
• Draft rotas and manage resources within budget
• Analyse sales performance data and reports
• Recommend ways to improve sales based on data analysis and customer insights
• Implement and maintain company standards, including merchandising and administration
• Support the delivery of KPIs, meeting all company standards
• Assist in recruitment and training of staff

Personal characteristics:

• A hands-on leader with retail or related industry experience
• Positive, flexible, with a can-do attitude
• Energetic and enthusiastic, able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Confident in motivating, coaching, and inspiring teams
• Numerate
• Methodical, organized, with a structured approach to work
• Fully flexible across the week

At Deichmann, we offer opportunities for career development within a fast-paced, secure company. We encourage you to strive to be the best retailer you can be and to deliver excellent customer service through your team.

If you meet the requirements and wish to join Deichmann UK as a Trainee Manager, please click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

By applying, you confirm you have the right to work in the UK and are prepared to submit the necessary documentation at the interview stage.