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General Merchandise Manager

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level

AI generated summary

  • You should have management experience in a fast-paced environment, a passion for technology, a dedication to team development, and a strong commitment to customer service.
  • You will support the Lead Manager, collaborate with a peer, provide direct feedback, enhance customer service, and make timely decisions for improved retail outcomes.

Requirements

  • You’re probably already managing or supervising people in a similarly fast-paced setting and confident to deal with the many different challenges each day throws up – your team are depending on you!
  • You’ll need to share Sainsbury’s love of technology.
  • What matters most is you – you’re motivated to develop, dedicated to bringing out the best in others and, like all of us, passionate about customer service.

Responsibilities

  • You’re supporting the Lead General Merchandise Manager to deliver improved customer and retail outcomes in your area
  • You’ll work closely with another Manager, sharing ideas and identifying ways to improve things, and provide a brilliant handover from each shift to the next
  • You’re confident being direct with your team – you’re giving honest feedback, early and often
  • You’ve learned how to help your team to put themselves in the customers’ shoes, taking genuine pride in how we deliver a better service
  • You’re increasingly making decisions at pace and comfortable not knowing all the answers

FAQs

What is the salary for the General Merchandise Manager position?

The salary starts from £30,250.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located at the High Wycombe Store, High Wycombe, HP11 2DN.

What type of contract is offered for this position?

This is a permanent contract.

What is the main focus of the General Merchandise Manager role?

The main focus is on operational in-store management and ensuring that the General Merchandise area is running smoothly.

What types of products are included in the General Merchandise category?

General Merchandise includes homeware, interiors, fashion, beauty, entertainment, and the TU and Habitat brands.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

You should preferably have experience managing or supervising people in a fast-paced setting.

Is there any emphasis on technology in this role?

Yes, a love of technology is important, as the company utilizes digital tools for stock management and scheduling.

What opportunities for advancement are available in this role?

As a General Merchandise Manager, you could progress to a Lead Manager role in various areas or into Store Management roles within the Sainsbury's family.

What benefits are included with this position?

Benefits include a discount card, free food and hot drinks, generous holiday entitlement, pension matching, share scheme, wellbeing support, colleague networks, and special offers on various services.

How does Sainsbury's support employee development?

Sainsbury's provides a clear induction, an orientation, and a tailored training plan specific to individual needs, alongside managerial support and coaching.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

  • Colleague discount card

    4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).

  • Annual bonus scheme

    While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.

  • Pensions

    Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.

  • Holidays

    Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.

  • Love it

    Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?

  • Awards for long service

    We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.