Overview
Assistant Manager – £27,800 per annum + bonus
Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Join the UK's fastest-growing toy retailer. We are on a mission to become the best-loved toyshop, and we want you to join us as our Assistant Manager in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom on a full-time, permanent basis. In this role, you'll support the Store Manager and help manage the local Tesco concession.
The Entertainer is a family-run business and the UK's largest independent toy retailer, with over 165 locations nationwide. We have expanded our online and high street presence through concession spaces in Tesco, M&S, and Matalan, where we provide our toy expertise and customer service.
Why join us as our Assistant Manager? We care about our people, customers, and communities. You’ll experience a friendly, supportive culture with training and development to help you advance in your retail career.
Benefits
* Flexible access to your pay via MyView PayNow
* Retail Trust benefits, including Virtual GP access
* Birthday leave and 30 days of holiday
* An annual bonus scheme
* Pension salary sacrifice
* Generous toy discounts
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* High street and leisure discounts
* A cycle-to-work scheme
* Life cover
Key Responsibilities of Our Assistant Manager
* Support the Store Manager in delivering exceptional customer service with in-depth product knowledge.
* Act as a brand ambassador for our Tesco partners alongside the Store Manager.
* Implement and execute promotional changes while maintaining excellent merchandising standards on the shop floor.
* Develop and coach the team to achieve strong sales results.
* Build external relationships to market the store and drive sales growth.
What We're Looking For
We seek a positive, people-focused individual who is excited about our brand and products. You should be:
* Capable of managing and leading the store team in the absence of the Store Manager, especially during visits to the designated Tesco concession store.
* Tech-savvy and confident with new technology.
* Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to plan and execute operational activities under pressure.
* A strong leader with excellent people skills, capable of driving, developing, and motivating your team to become the best-loved toyshop.
Ideally, you will currently hold a role such as Branch Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Sales Manager, or Department Manager within a customer-focused retail environment, seeking a new career challenge.
If you’re a competitive and commercial retailer eager to make a difference, apply today with your up-to-date CV to become our new Assistant Manager!
Join us and help shape the future of play!
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