Retail Trainee Manager

Majestic Wine

Sep 25

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Sales & Business Development
Hospitality & Retail

Requirements

Experience of working as part of a team in a fast-paced, target-driven retail or hospitality environment
Be able to demonstrate your ability to deliver exceptional customer experience & service to every single customer
You can prioritise and strategically problem solve in high pressure environments
Self-motivated, able to thrive when working alone and as part of a team
A can-do attitude with a passion for seeing problems through to solutions
Adaptable and resilient to meet the ever-changing demands of our business
Excellent communication and time management skills
Wine knowledge is beneficial but passion to learn more is essential to pass level 2 & 3 WSET wine qualifications
Hold a full UK/EU/EEA driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 penalty points

Responsibilities

Drive store performance by maximising sales opportunities. Optimise KPI performance in store by identifying focus KPIs and building plans to improve them and exceed targets.
Deliver exceptional market leading customer service to drive business growth through customer loyalty & repeat purchases
Demonstrate that you make your own luck by offering your customers a VIP concierge service, actively contacting them with updates on products and tastings.
Sell the story not the Discount. Demonstrate and share your passion for product with customers through an in depth knowledge of our range, managing a tasting events programme and executing an enticing and commercially savvy tasting counter.
Take ownership for your wine knowledge, constantly learning about our products to support your WSET qualification and confidence in selling.
Take accountability and pride for the physical appearance and maintenance of your store both internally & externally
Involvement in all operational tasks to establish a thorough understanding of the day-day operations of running a Majestic Wine store - from delivering wine to our customers, merchandising stock deliveries and calling our valued customers to drive sales opportunities.
Continuously identify opportunities to make improvements which will optimise the operational running of the store.
Ensure you remain fully compliant, safe & legal by following internal policies, processes and completing mandatory training.
Take ownership of your own development, utilising the support and resources available.
Be an example of Majestic’s Ways of Working and source of support for more junior team members, feeding back to your Store Manager as appropriate.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Retail Trainee Manager.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Godalming.

What type of employment is being offered?

This is a permanent part-time position.

How long is the development program for the Trainee Manager role?

The development program for the Trainee Manager role is 12 months.

What are the working hours available for this job?

There are contracts available for 39 and 45 hours per week.

Is previous wine knowledge required for this position?

While wine knowledge is beneficial, a passion for learning more is essential to pass the level 2 & 3 WSET wine qualifications.

What benefits does the role offer?

The role offers a competitive salary, performance bonus, up to 20% staff discount, career development opportunities, company pension plan, life assurance, 29 days holiday, invites to wine tasting events, and more.

What kind of training will be provided?

Full training will be provided for the first 3 months, with continued support throughout your career with Majestic Wine.

Is a driving license required for this position?

Yes, a full UK/EU/EEA driving license is required with at least 12 months of driving experience and no more than 6 penalty points.

Will I be expected to work in a fast-paced environment?

Yes, experience working as part of a team in a fast-paced, target-driven retail or hospitality environment is required.

Majestic Wine

The UK's largest drinks retailer, helping you discover the wines, beers and spirits you'll love.

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1980

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Majestic is the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer. We began in London more than 40 years ago and today have more than 200 stores nationwide. Our focus is to help our customers discover wines, beers and spirits they'll love. So we always go one step further to ensure they have a fantastic personalised experience in store – whether that's through our in-store tasting counters, expert recommendations, a no-quibble refund guarantee, free glass hire, a carry-to-car service and much more. As the UK's specialist, it's our responsibility to have a market-leading, innovative range. That's why our multi-award-winning buying team is always on the hunt for products that combine real quality with value. And each of our 1,400 wines, beers and spirits has something truly special to offer. We pride ourselves on our friendly, expert colleagues both in the Support Centre and in our stores – our key strength is over 1,000 WSET trained colleagues offering knowledgeable service across all channels. In fact, we’re one of Europe’s biggest wine educators.