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Assistant Store Manager - Full Time

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Pets at Home

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You need retail experience with 6 months in supervision, flexibility for shifts, a passion for high standards, strong teamwork and communication skills, and readiness for 6 months of training.
  • You will manage store operations, lead the team, handle recruitment and stock control, ensure high performance, and provide excellent customer service while inspiring a fun workplace.

Requirements

  • Experienced in working within the retail sector with a minimum of 6 months hands-on supervisory/management experience.
  • Flexible. Due to the nature of working within a busy retail environment, we need you to have the ability to work a flexible shift pattern across 7 days a week.
  • Passionate for retail and has a proven track record of delivering high standards and great results.
  • A team player with excellent communication skills to engage and inspire your team.
  • Ready to take on 6 months of industry-leading training covering all the key aspects of the role, handling and caring for Pets, Customer Service and Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

  • - Reporting to the Store Manager, you will be a vital member of the store management team.
  • - You will be a Duty Manager and take full responsibility for the store in the absence of the Deputy or Store Manager.
  • - You will be involved in absolutely everything of the store's running, such as recruitment, stock control and store standards.
  • - Your Store Manager will empower you to ensure that your team are maximising sales and performance across all primary KPI's.
  • - You will lead from the front with a hands-on approach.
  • - You will inspire your team, inject fun into the workplace and create a truly fantastic place to shop and work.
  • - We will give you the training, skills, and knowledge to provide our customers with service that reflects our goals of being the 'Best Pet Care Business in the World'.

FAQs

What is the job title of this position?

The job title is Assistant Store Manager - Full Time.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Oldham.

Who does the Assistant Store Manager report to?

The Assistant Store Manager reports to the Store Manager.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Assistant Store Manager?

The primary responsibilities include taking full responsibility for the store in the absence of the Deputy or Store Manager, managing recruitment, stock control, and store standards, and maximizing sales and performance across all primary KPIs.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Candidates should have a minimum of 6 months hands-on supervisory or management experience within the retail sector.

Is a flexible work schedule required?

Yes, a flexible shift pattern across 7 days a week is required due to the nature of the retail environment.

What kind of training will the Assistant Store Manager receive?

The Assistant Store Manager will undergo 6 months of industry-leading training covering key aspects such as handling and caring for pets, customer service, and health and safety.

What benefits are offered to the Assistant Store Manager?

Benefits include an annual bonus, at least 28 days paid annual leave (increasing to 33 days after 2 years), an extra day off for their birthday, life assurance, company pension contribution, and a colleague discount of 20% across the Group.

Can I apply if my skills and experience don’t perfectly align with the role?

Yes, the company encourages candidates to apply even if their skills and experience don’t perfectly align, as they value unique contributions through individual values and behaviors.

Will this job involve customer interactions?

Yes, providing excellent customer service is a key component of the Assistant Store Manager's role.

How can I apply for the position?

Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment, as the vacancy may close before the official closing date due to high application volumes.

Is there a lifespan for the vacancy?

Yes, the company reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date depending on the volume of applications received.

Pets at Home

We're all for pets.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Pets at Home is the UK's leading pet care business, offering pet products, services, and advice to pet owners. Their ultimate mission is to create a better world for pets and their owners by providing everything needed to keep pets happy and healthy. This includes a wide range of pet food, accessories, grooming, and veterinary services. Pets at Home is dedicated to supporting pet welfare and delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring that both pets and their owners receive the best care and products.