Assistant Manager Position in a Fast-Paced Retail Environment
This role is ideal for a customer-focused individual with relevant retail experience and a passion for the industry.
* Organizational Leadership: Coordinate workflow, delegate tasks, and ensure staff understand their duties.
* Operational Efficiency: Implement company procedures on planning and organization, including break schedules, shop floor allocation, task lists, and handovers.
* Store Standards and Safety: Maintain store standards that exceed company expectations and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Communication and Time Management: Effectively communicate with Head Office, manage time, and complete daily tasks, seasonal turnarounds, and sales promotions within agreed timelines.
* Cash Management: Oversee all aspects of cash management, adhering to the company's policy.
* Staff Management and Performance: Monitor employee productivity, provide constructive feedback, and coach staff to meet performance expectations.
* Commercial Decision-Making: Drive sales through senior leadership, make commercial decisions, prioritize tasks, and lead the team with minimal direction.
* Team Development: Coach and support Supervisors to perform at required levels.
Key Competencies:
* Prioritization: Demonstrate an understanding of prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
* Visual Merchandising: Oversee in-store promotional and seasonal displays, effectively merchandising products, and replenishing stock to drive sales.
* Product Knowledge: Possess excellent knowledge of products, including seasonal offerings.
* Technical Skills: Have a good working knowledge of RS Accounts and back-office functions.
* Leadership and Teamwork: Lead a team, foster a positive work environment, and encourage collaboration.
About the Role:
* This is a full-time permanent position.
* The successful candidate will work any 5 out of 7 days, including early, late, and weekend shifts.
* Benefits include a cycle-to-work scheme, staff discount, Employee Assistance Programme, education opportunities, and ongoing training.
Career Advancement Opportunities:
This role offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic retail group with a competitive salary and opportunities for training and promotion.