Details:
- Salary: £25,000 - 28,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Ambleside Cumbria
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Assistant Manager | Outdoor Retail | Lake District | £26,000
We are working with a well-established outdoor retailer to recruit an Assistant Manager for one of their stores in the Lake District.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced retail supervisor, Assistant Manager or senior sales professional who enjoys leading a team, delivering excellent customer service and has a genuine interest in the outdoors.
What's in it for you?
£26,000 annual salary
Staff discount
Opportunity to work for a well-established outdoor retailer
Career development opportunities
A role within a passionate and knowledgeable team
The Role
As Assistant Manager, you will support the Store Manager with the day-to-day running of the store, helping to deliver outstanding customer service, develop the team and achieve commercial targets.
You'll be hands-on across the shop floor, leading by example and ensuring the store operates efficiently while creating a welcoming environment for customers.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the Store Manager with the overall operation and performance of the store
Leading, motivating and supporting the retail team
Delivering excellent customer service and sharing product knowledge
Driving sales and helping the store achieve its targets
Supporting with staff training, development and day-to-day coaching
Maintaining high standards of merchandising, presentation and store standards
Taking responsibility for opening and closing the store when required
Supporting stock management, cash handling and operational procedures
Ensuring company policies and procedures are followed
About You
We're looking for someone with previous retail experience who is confident supporting a team and taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of a store.
You'll ideally have:
Previous retail supervisory or management experience
Strong customer service and communication skills
The ability to lead, motivate and support a team
A hands-on, commercially minded approach
Confidence supporting store operations and achieving sales targets
An interest in outdoor products, activities or the wider outdoor industry
The flexibility to support the needs of a busy retail store
If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career and enjoy working in a customer-focused outdoor environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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