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About the opportunity... Store Manager Opportunity: lead, inspire, and excel creating amazing value everyday! As a Store Manager in a dynamic team, you're stepping into more than just a leadership position you're in a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of your team and the customers you serve. Your day-to-day actions don't just drive sales; they create an environment where our core values of love our customers, care for our colleagues, and protect the pounds (and euros) come to life. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Why Choose Us? A member of our annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme acknowledging your contributions to our success. Professional development, including the opportunity to pursue up to a Retail Manager Level 4 qualification through our apprenticeship programme. Comprehensive induction plan along with the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes, setting you up for success. Rota's are scheduled four-weeks in advance, creating a culture that cares for your life outside of work. Holiday allowance increasing by one day per year (up to 33 days) with the option to purchase additional days after two years' service, plus an extra day off for your Birthday. In-store discount of 10% along with exclusive discounts through our colleague benefits online portal All year-round initiatives to recognise and reward our colleagues. Enhanced Family friendly benefits and life assurance. Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being. Your Impact: Love our customers: Providing the highest levels of customer service goes without saying: coach and guide your store teams to ensure everyone provides an excellent customer experience during every interaction. Your leadership will be the cornerstone of the store's success, Having the Right People in the right place at the right time. Care for our colleagues: Create a safe environment for your team and ensure all policies and procedures are followed. Working shoulder to shoulder to lead the team around you, knowing that is what gets you up in the morning. You're not just managing a team; you're developing people, whether it's through upward growth, internal opportunities, or developing their current role. Protect the pounds (and euros): Guiding a team that's as passionate about our goals as you are. Make sure your team understands how they contribute to the commercial objectives of the store and the business. Having a strategic approach to sales, shrink, and service, ensuring the store operates smoothly and efficiently. Ready to Join Us? This opportunity is for those ready to make an impact in a vibrant retail environment. We'd love to hear from you if you're driven to lead, inspire, and excel. Apply now and take your first step in a fulfilling career with us. About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,500 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings. At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. It is our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues that make it all possible. We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do, and they keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues and Protect the Pounds & Euros... By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land which is fun, friendly and full of surprises a place where our people can truly be the best version of themselves!
Are you a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Department Manager or Supervisor looking to take your retail career to the next level? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for leading and developing your team? And do you have ambitions of being developed into a Store Manager of the future? Well, look no further... We're looking for a Deputy Store Manager to join our Tollgate Retail Park store team in Colchester! About the Role Reporting to the Store Manager, you'll be a hands-on team player who role models the B&M way of working to your team! You'll support in delivering fantastic store standards every day and will work closely with your Store Manager to maximise the performance of your store. You'll love helping to run & lead your store like it's your own business, supporting with all store operations from stock to recruitment. When your Store Manager isn't around, it's down to you! You'll take charge of your store and drive your team to deliver a fantastic result, day in & day out! Our managers at B&M aren't office managers - our Deputy Store Managers are out there on the floor with their team, coaching and inspiring them to ensure they reach their full potential. You'll work shoulder to shoulder with your team, setting the pace & leading by example! Looking to progress in your role? We love allowing our people to grow at B&M, and the sky's the limit for our Deputy Store Managers. We remain committed to developing our team and providing opportunities to everyone at all levels. In fact, over 75% of our retail managers are home grown, so your career development comes as standard! Our commitment to internal succession is something we're extremely proud of. With our dedicated step-up programmes, you could be on the path to having your own store before you know it! This is a full time & permanent position. Why B&M? At B&M, we're not just any retailer. We're one of the fastest-growing in the UK, with over 720 stores and an exciting plan for new openings in 2024. Joining us means you can be a part of an extraordinary journey. But it's not just our rapid expansion that sets us apart; it's our unwavering commitment to our people. Our growth is huge and is showing no signs of slowing down...and with that, the possibilities are endless! What We Offer: Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary with a rewarding annual bonus potential Clear Career Path: We offer job stability and a clear path for career progression. At B&M, your growth matters Training and Development: Benefit from extensive on-the-job training and internal development opportunities. Store Discount: Take advantage of a 10% store discount across all our stores (including Heron Foods), with regular double discount events Annual Leave: Receive up to 33 days of annual leave Pension Plan: Participate in our contributable pension scheme. Exclusive Benefits: Access exclusive colleague benefits, including discounts for retailers, hospitality, and more Wellbeing Support: Our Employee Assistant Programme provides wellbeing support & guidance to all B&M colleagues To Be Successful, You Will: Be a Supportive Leader: Assist your Store Manager in running your store with passion, leading by example and driving a strong sense of teamwork Embrace Pace: You'll have experience working in a fast-paced environment and working with large volumes of stock/product Set the Standard: Help to maintain exceptional store standards and consistently deliver KPIs - and you'll have a history of achieving this in your current or previous role(s) Coach a Winning Team: You'll love developing your team - working with them to identify and nurture talent & train them to achieve success! Welcome Challenges: Be hands-on and resilient - no 2 days are the same with B&M, and being adaptable and reactive is key Love Retail: Demonstrate a passion for retail and for your role, bringing your commercial knowledge to your team & store Have ambition: If you're looking to run a store of your own in future and have the drive to progress your career, we'll support you to get there! What You'll Need: Experience managing medium to large sized teams in a fast-paced & high turnover store/environment A history of working towards & successfully delivering KPI's Flexibility to work a range of hours, including weekends & bank holidays Experience within an FMCG/big box environment is desirable, but not essential. If you feel you've got the people, organisational and commercial skills to successfully assist in running your own B&M store, we want to hear from you! Do you think this sounds like the ideal role for you? And are you ready to excel your career? Our roles fill up fast & don't stick around for long, so don't miss out - apply today and become part of the B&M success story! B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.
A bit about the role: Our Retail Sales Advisors use their passion for both our products and providing a great service to support our customers in a genuine and friendly way. Working together with your team, you'll be the face of your store, taking the time to understand a bit about your customers: their inspirations, individual styles and lifestyles to help them find exactly what they need from us. About DFS Make yourself at home... It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and that's just what we do at DFS. We're the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969. We're a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together. We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills so you can really find your thing'. Are you ready to make yourself at DFS? What you'll be doing You'll become a DFS expert: knowing everything about our range from how firm or squishy each of our sofas is, to our selection of fabrics and leathers in detail. Your customer-first attitude will help you reach your individual sales targets and contribute to the success of your team too. As for your lifestyle, we want to help you feel supported and ready to give your best, so we offer a variety of flexible shift patterns to help you find a great balance in your work. The role is for you if... Our Retail Sales Advisors are key members of our successful store teams supporting our customers and each other. So we're looking for open and approachable people to join our team. You'll use your natural enthusiasm and passion to bring our products to life, demonstrating great customer service to ensure that our customers' homes look incredible for years to come. We're looking for people who have: An engaging, positive and friendly personality An entrepreneurial, self-starter attitude comfortable working both as a team and independently A natural flair for connecting with customers and learning about their needs Great attention to detail you'll be ordering furniture that is handmade to your customer's specifications The commitment to delivering a great customer experience DFS Benefits We're in your corner: We want you to really feel at home at DFS, with the support you need to do your best work, as well as a range of great benefits: Retail Bonus Scheme A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell) Holiday allowance the time you need to rest and relax (and the longer you're with us, the more time you'll get!) Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member Access to a range of high street & online discounts from: Sainsbury's, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more. Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships to help you unwind Progression and Development opportunities to grow your skills Group Pension Scheme Group Sharesave Scheme Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay