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Retail Supervisor – Part Time

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    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
  • Preston

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Requirements

  • A friendly, positive, hard working approach to work.
  • To be a ‘people person’ who finds it easy to get on everyone and is able to build strong working relationships with the people you work with.
  • To be trustworthy and reliable as you will be an important part of a small team. Your team and your customers will depend upon you to do your job to the best of your ability at all times.
  • Some experience as a supervisor, team leader or manager in retail or other similar industries would certainly come in handy but we would still love to hear from you if you think you’ve got what it takes to take the first steps in your retail management career.

Responsibilities

  • Be an important part of the management team and support the manager in leading the team to run an efficient shop and provide a great service to our customers.
  • Take full responsibility for running the shop in your manager’s absence ensuring that customers are looked after, deliveries are worked quickly and shop routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean and tidy shop.
  • Open and close the shop, handle cash, place orders and develop your team of retail assistants.
  • Take responsibility for the control of operational costs including shrinkage, waste and payroll.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Retail Supervisor position?

The Retail Supervisor position is a part-time role with a minimum of 24 hours work each week, generally including some weekend work.

What is the pay rate for this position?

The hourly pay rate for the Retail Supervisor position is £12.50, which guarantees at least £300 per week.

What benefits are offered with this job?

Benefits include 6 weeks holiday each year, great training and development opportunities, a 15% staff discount, a smart uniform, free life assurance, and a workplace pension.

What are the responsibilities of the Retail Supervisor?

Responsibilities include supporting the manager in running the shop, taking charge in the manager's absence, handling cash, placing orders, developing the retail team, and controlling operational costs.

What qualifications or experience do I need to apply for this role?

A friendly and positive approach is essential, along with being a 'people person.' While experience as a supervisor, team leader, or manager in retail is beneficial, candidates without this experience are still encouraged to apply if they believe they have the skills for a retail management career.

Is this position suitable for students or those with other commitments?

Yes, this part-time position is ideal for individuals studying at school, college, or university, or for those who have other commitments such as raising a family.

What career advancement opportunities are available?

Farmfoods offers long-term opportunities for career advancement, with training programs available and a preference for promoting from within to Shop and Area Manager positions.

What is the company culture like at Farmfoods?

Farmfoods is a family business focused on providing great value and quality products with friendly service, aiming to deliver an old-fashioned, genuine, and friendly customer experience.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1954
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Farmfoods, a Scottish family business, has served Great Britain for over 60 years. From a butcher shop in Aberdeen we have grown to more than 300 stores and four distribution centres nationwide. We work hard to bring you the best value on the food your family enjoys and on the household essentials your family needs.

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