You should have experience in retail management, strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for the outdoors to support a successful new store launch.

You will lead and develop your team, drive sales and KPIs, ensure excellent customer service, maintain store presentation, and share your passion for the outdoors with customers.

Hospitality & Retail

United Kingdom

Milton Keynes

Large

Established in 1997, Mountain Warehouse has grown rapidly to become the largest Outdoor Retailer in the UK, with 400+ stores worldwide and strong online sales both in the UK and Internationally.

To keep us on the cutting edge of the outdoor world we are always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people from all walks of life who love to be part of a fast paced team. If you embrace hard work, love change and strive to always make things bigger and better then come join us.

We have a vibrant, busy office full of great people. There are loads of opportunities to get involved in projects away from your day to day and plenty of opportunity for growth across all departments. If you think you have what it takes to join the Mountain Warehouse adventure check out our Current Vacancies.

Retail & Consumer Goods

Mountain Warehouse

Retail

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*NEW STORE OPENING**COMPETITIVE SALARY *MONTHY BONUS *50% EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT *LEADING OUTDOOR RETAILER*Who are we? At 370+ stores globally and over 3000 employees we are a leading outdoor retailer, with an always-evolving attitude. You can find out about our fantastic own-brand products, as well as our newly launched brands, such as Animal, at www.mountainwarehouse.com. We’re working hard on sustainability, introducing more and more organic and recycled products- One Planet. Check out our “Inside the Outdoors” section, where you can explore the outdoors, find expert advice on how to choose your ski pants or top tips for dog owners, and learn about some of our charity ventures.<ul><li>International- we have stores in Europe across Poland, Germany and Austria, across the pond in Canada and the USA, and our latest adventure is in New Zealand!</li><li>Animal was acquired by Mountain Warehouse and re-launched in the Summer of 2021, initially with an online presence only, before we moved to showcasing a range in some of our stores. We are so excited to be opening our first stores.</li></ul>About the roleOur Assistant Managers form a duo with their Store Managers, driving a successful store through sales, KPIs and people. You will be responsible for leading, developing and inspiring your team, in an environment where product knowledge is really important to our customer who often has a real passion for the outdoors. They’ll expect us to have a great looking store and a team that can deliver a high level of customer service, sharing their own passion and helping everyone enjoy the great outdoors. We’re all Brand Ambassadors here! About youWe are looking for passionate and driven people from a similar work background…Retail Management experience is a must, organisational skills second to none, a commercial hero, a flair for Visual Merchandising. We’d love you to maybe have some clothing experience, but it’s not essential…however, a hands-on and enthusiastic attitude is! Why join us?<ul><li>Monthly Bonus scheme</li><li>50% Employee Discount across Mountain Warehouse and Animal, with a twice-yearly uniform allowance</li><li>1 weekend off per month, with 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme, and a Colleague Hardship Scheme</li><li>Employee Referral Incentive…unlimited</li><li>Auto-enrolment Pension scheme</li><li>A stable, successful and supported environment…so many of our team have grown their career here</li></ul>Interested?If you love the buzz of retail and strive to achieve, then come on our journey, and join us - inside the outdoors!

*NEW STORE OPENING**COMPETITIVE SALARY *MONTHY BONUS *50% EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT *LEADING OUTDOOR RETAILER*Who are we? At 370+ stores globally and over 3000 employees we are a leading outdoor retailer, with an always-evolving attitude. You can find out about our fantastic own-brand products, as well as our newly launched brands, such as Animal, at www.mountainwarehouse.com. We’re working hard on sustainability, introducing more and more organic and recycled products- One Planet. Check out our “Inside the Outdoors” section, where you can explore the outdoors, find expert advice on how to choose your ski pants or top tips for dog owners, and learn about some of our charity ventures.International- we have stores in Europe across Poland, Germany and Austria, across the pond in Canada and the USA, and our latest adventure is in New Zealand!Animal was acquired by Mountain Warehouse and re-launched in the Summer of 2021, initially with an online presence only, before we moved to showcasing a range in some of our stores. We are so excited to be opening our first stores.About the roleOur Assistant Managers form a duo with their Store Managers, driving a successful store through sales, KPIs and people. You will be responsible for leading, developing and inspiring your team, in an environment where product knowledge is really important to our customer who often has a real passion for the outdoors. They’ll expect us to have a great looking store and a team that can deliver a high level of customer service, sharing their own passion and helping everyone enjoy the great outdoors. We’re all Brand Ambassadors here! About youWe are looking for passionate and driven people from a similar work background…Retail Management experience is a must, organisational skills second to none, a commercial hero, a flair for Visual Merchandising. We’d love you to maybe have some clothing experience, but it’s not essential…however, a hands-on and enthusiastic attitude is! Why join us?Monthly Bonus scheme50% Employee Discount across Mountain Warehouse and Animal, with a twice-yearly uniform allowance1 weekend off per month, with 28 days annual leave, including Bank HolidaysAccess to Employee Assistance Programme, and a Colleague Hardship SchemeEmployee Referral Incentive…unlimitedAuto-enrolment Pension schemeA stable, successful and supported environment…so many of our team have grown their career hereInterested?If you love the buzz of retail and strive to achieve, then come on our journey, and join us - inside the outdoors!

Assistant Manager - New Store Opening - Mountain Warehouse

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 *NEW STORE OPENING* 
 *COMPETITIVE SALARY *MONTHY BONUS *50% EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT *LEADING OUTDOOR RETAILER* 
 Who are we? At 370+ stores globally and over 3000 employees we are a leading outdoor retailer, with an always-evolving attitude. You can find out about our fantastic own-brand products, as well as our newly launched brands, such as Animal, at www.mountainwarehouse.com. We’re working hard on sustainability, introducing more and more organic and recycled products- One Planet. Check out our “Inside the Outdoors” section, where you can explore the outdoors, find expert advice on how to choose your ski pants or top tips for dog owners, and learn about some of our charity ventures. 
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 <li>International- we have stores in Europe across Poland, Germany and Austria, across the pond in Canada and the USA, and our latest adventure is in New Zealand! </li>
 <li>Animal was acquired by Mountain Warehouse and re-launched in the Summer of 2021, initially with an online presence only, before we moved to showcasing a range in some of our stores. We are so excited to be opening our first stores.</li> 
 </ul> 
 About the role 
 Our Assistant Managers form a duo with their Store Managers, driving a successful store through sales, KPIs and people. You will be responsible for leading, developing and inspiring your team, in an environment where product knowledge is really important to our customer who often has a real passion for the outdoors. They’ll expect us to have a great looking store and a team that can deliver a high level of customer service, sharing their own passion and helping everyone enjoy the great outdoors. We’re all Brand Ambassadors here! 
 About you 
 We are looking for passionate and driven people from a similar work background…Retail Management experience is a must, organisational skills second to none, a commercial hero, a flair for Visual Merchandising. We’d love you to maybe have some clothing experience, but it’s not essential…however, a hands-on and enthusiastic attitude is! 
 Why join us? 
 <ul> 
 <li>Monthly Bonus scheme</li> 
 <li>50% Employee Discount across Mountain Warehouse and Animal, with a twice-yearly uniform allowance</li> 
 <li>1 weekend off per month, with 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays</li> 
 <li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme, and a Colleague Hardship Scheme</li> 
 <li>Employee Referral Incentive…unlimited</li> 
 <li>Auto-enrolment Pension scheme</li> 
 <li>A stable, successful and supported environment…so many of our team have grown their career here</li> 
 </ul> 
 Interested? 
 If you love the buzz of retail and strive to achieve, then come on our journey, and join us - inside the outdoors!
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