£30K/yr to £31K/yr
Wakefield, England
Permanent, Variable

Assistant Store Manager

Posted by TEMPLEWOOD RECRUITMENT LTD.

Our clients managers play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the store and providing customers with the client service they know and love. Our Assistant Managers are responsible for supporting the Store Manager and taking on their responsibilities if they're away - as well as taking ownership of other crucial aspects of the store and staff.

This role is full-time, working 5 days out of 7, with some weekend and bank holiday working.

Who we're looking for

  • Likes variety, has excellent communication skills, and can provide exceptional customer service
  • People management experience and self-motivation
  • A good level of numeracy and organisation

What you'll do

Sales and Customer Service

  • Convert sales and help customers make informed decisions
  • Achieve sales targets by maximising sales opportunities
  • Provide stellar customer service, resolve complaints and address concerns, always keeping our values in mind

Supervise and Train Employees

  • Organise rotas, give sales training, delegate tasks and help with employee performance management
  • Motivate staff, giving praise when things go well and helping them improve in the areas they need to
  • Help others achieve their goals through leadership, giving encouragement and advice in how to meet budgets and get results

Assume Responsibility in the Store Manager's Absence

  • Develop and grow the store alongside the manager, achieving revenue and growth targets
  • Take full responsibility for the site when the manager is away, completing reports to give back to them upon their return
  • Demonstrate an active approach, getting involved fully to achieve our joint goals faster and with an exciting urgency

Maintenance and Administration

  • Take pride in the site and maintain excellent standards
  • Keep the site safe and healthy for staff and customers
  • Keep company systems, policies and procedures running smoothly, and assist with the creation and implementation of marketing plans to promote the store and create brand awareness
  • Promote the store in the local community by networking and liaising with local shops and businesses

Charity Participation

  • We've committed to Corporate Social Responsibility, meaning we all dedicate 1% of our working time to volunteering or raising funds for charity.

What we'll give you

  • Staff discount on storage and retail products
  • Training and development programme
  • Great bonus scheme
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • 30 days holiday, including bank holidays
  • Employee 'free perks' scheme
  • Additional benefits after a qualifying period
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