Shop Manager
Hull, East Yorkshire
About Us
Yorkshire Cancer Research is one of the most exciting and innovative charities in the UK. The charity is a leading funder of cancer research in the region and has a track record of supporting ground-breaking projects and clinical trials to help prevent cancer and increase survival. We are working to save an extra 2,000 lives a year in Yorkshire.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is entering an exciting period in its development. As part of this, we are expanding our team at our Head Office and a number of new roles are being created.
We are now looking for a Shop Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.
The Benefits
- Salary of £24,058 per annum
- Enhanced contributory pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years' service)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Career progression, learning and development opportunities
- Wellbeing initiatives
This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised, people-focused retail professional with experience in managing teams or volunteers to make a positive difference with our dedicated charity.
We've got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we're looking for people who are aligned with these as we support the fight against cancer.
What's more, you'll discover a supportive work environment that encourages learning, growth and professional development, offering you a chance to build your career whilst contributing to a worthy cause.
So, if you want to take on this rewarding role and help us achieve our vision, read on and apply today!
The Role
As a Shop Manager, you will manage the day-to-day operation of our new shop in Hull, ensuring smooth retail activities and exceptional customer service is delivered.
Overseeing the management of a Deputy Shop Manager and a team of volunteers, you'll maintain high standards of customer service and ensure that the shop meets all operational, financial and safety standards.
You'll ensure the shop is presented to an excellent standard, maintaining attractive visual merchandising and ensuring it is a welcoming environment for all customers and supporters. Attracting and recruiting a team of new volunteers, you'll ensure they're well trained and maintain a welcoming, positive work environment.
Additionally, you will:
- Ensure the volunteer management system is actively kept up to date
- Make sure accounting and asset handling is accurate
- Complete shop administration, including cash handling and banking functions
About You
To be considered as a Shop Manager, you will need:
- Experience managing people or volunteers, including recruitment and development
- Experience meeting and exceeding targets within a retail environment
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The closing date for this role is the 29th September 2024.
The charity is a responsible and flexible employer, and an individual's circumstances would be considered and balanced against the needs of the charity. We welcome any discussions for flexible working at interview/offer stage.
Other organisations may call this role Retail Manager, Store Manager, Charity Shop Manager, or Assistant Retail Manager.
Webrecruit and Yorkshire Cancer Research are equal opportunities employers, value diversity, and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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