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Lead Nightshift Manager

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Sainsbury's

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management
  • Milton Keynes
  • 11d left

AI generated summary

  • You must have leadership experience in customer-focused industries, be skilled in coaching teams, prioritizing tasks, making swift decisions, and passionate about enhancing customer service.
  • You will coach and motivate managers, enhance customer service, communicate performance, prioritize tasks, develop operational expertise, and make swift decisions while overseeing night shifts.

Requirements

  • Your leadership experience could be in any customer focussed industry, not necessarily Food Retail.
  • We’re keen to nurture the broadest mindsets in order to grow a management team that operates effectively across the store.
  • You’ll be coaching, motivating and guiding your managers to work as a productive team, building their capabilities and leading them through change.
  • You’ve mastered helping your team put themselves in the customers’ shoes, taking genuine pride in how we deliver a better service and spot opportunities.
  • You’ll be leading through communication; clearly articulating how we’re performing and inspiring improvements for now, and the next quarter.
  • Be confident in your ability to continuously prioritise and energise your team through the night.
  • You will be developing yourself as the operational expert and acting as a role model for your team.
  • You’re confident making decisions at pace and feel empowered and accountable to run your area of the store – and to deputise for the Store Manager.
  • You might currently be managing a smaller supermarket or convenience store or already in a team leadership role.
  • What matters most is you – that you’re motivated to develop, dedicated to bringing out the best in others and passionate about customer service.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll be coaching, motivating and guiding your managers to work as a productive team, building their capabilities and leading them through change
  • You’ve mastered helping your team put themselves in the customers’ shoes, taking genuine pride in how we deliver a better service and spot opportunities
  • You’ll be leading through communication; clearly articulating how we’re performing and inspiring improvements for now, and the next quarter
  • Be confident in your ability to continuously prioritise and energise your team through the night
  • You will be developing yourself as the operational expert and acting as a role model for your team
  • You’re confident making decisions at pace and feel empowered and accountable to run your area of the store – and to deputise for the Store Manager

FAQs

What is the salary for the Lead Nightshift Manager position?

The salary starts from £33,800.00.

Where is the Lead Nightshift Manager position located?

The position is located at the Milton Keynes Store, Milton Keynes, MK9 2FW.

What is the contract type for this job?

The contract type is permanent.

What business area does this position belong to?

This position belongs to the Retail business area.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 11 November 2024.

What does the role of the Lead Nightshift Manager involve?

The role involves leading and inspiring a management team during night shifts, ensuring the store is ready for customers, and coaching your team to deliver excellent service.

What experience is required for this role?

Leadership experience in any customer-focused industry is preferred; specific experience in food retail is not necessary.

What does success look like in this role?

Success involves coaching and motivating your team, understanding customer needs, leading through effective communication, and making informed decisions to improve store operations.

What additional benefits are available for nightshift managers?

Nightshift managers can receive an annual premium of up to £4,500, along with various other benefits including discounts, free food and hot drinks, generous holiday entitlement, and pension contributions.

What opportunities for advancement are available in this role?

Successful Lead Nightshift Managers can advance to Deputy Store Manager or Store Manager roles, or pursue leadership challenges within the Sainsbury’s family, including Habitat, Tu, Argos, Sainsbury’s Bank, and Nectar 360.

How many nights per week do full-time nightshift managers work?

Full-time nightshift managers work their hours across 4 nights per week.

Are there any support systems available for employees in this position?

Yes, there are wellbeing support services, including emotional support, counselling, and access to legal and financial advice.

Is there a discount offered to Sainsbury's employees?

Yes, employees receive a 10% discount on shopping after four weeks, which increases to 15% on Fridays and Saturdays at Sainsbury’s.

Do you provide training for this position?

Yes, when joining, you will receive a clear induction and a training plan tailored to your needs, supported by your manager.

Lend a hand, lead an industry, break the mould. Become the best you that you can be, in a role you enjoy.

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.