Store Manager
Newtownards - Johnstone’s Decorating Centre
Competitive Starting Salary + 20% Bonus & Benefits
Position Summary
We now have an exciting, permanent vacancy for a Store Manager within our Architectural Coatings division, based in our Newtownards store. We’re looking for a customer-focused individual to become a key member of our friendly and supportive team. Previous experience in a managerial role within retail is desirable, but not essential, as we will support you all along the way with in-store training.
We are a global company founded in 1882, with a presence in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland for nearly 40 years. Our brands, Johnstone’s and Leyland Paint, are supported by a 60,000 square foot warehouse and distribution facility in Carrickfergus, along with 27 Johnstone’s Decorating Centres across Ireland. We place a strong emphasis on colleague engagement, achieving a score of 4.22 out of 5 in Gallup's Global Q12 annual colleague survey.
Why you’ll love working here…
* Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
* Commercial bonus scheme of up to 20% of annual salary
* 35 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
* Guaranteed 39 hours pay per week with overtime or lieu time available
* Great work/life balance: Our stores are closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with no late evenings after 5pm!
* Generous company pension contributions
* Excellent career progression: We develop our people with online opportunities and the PPG Training Academy
* Fantastic company-funded private healthcare plan, with options to extend coverage to family members
* Generous staff discount on paint and decorating tools at Johnstone’s Decorating Centre
* Colleague recognition program that recognises and rewards our colleagues
* Inclusive and engaging workplace – We foster a culture of inclusion for all (Our engagement scores show it!)
* Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
A day in the life of…
As a Store Manager, your responsibilities will include:
* Oversee the day-to-day running of the store
* Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
* Undertake all required training to help you to confidently select the correct product for our customers’ needs and to promote our brand.
* Ensure your store always looks well-presented and clean.
* Follow stock management procedures by taking in deliveries and keeping the shelves full.
Key Skills…
* Previous management or supervisor experience desirable
* Previous experience in a customer-facing environment
* Good communication skills with a positive customer-focused attitude
* Good understanding of IT systems
* Flexibility towards working hours and duties
* Driving license is desirable but not essential
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
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