Overview
Job Description
33.50hrs p/w; Mon 15:00 - 21:00; Wed 07:30 - 15:30; Thu 07:00 - 15:00; Fri 15:00 - 21:00; Sat 08:30 - 16:30. To be an effective Stock Manager, you will lead and inspire your successful team to prioritise achieving performance targets. Every day will be varied, fast paced and challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do, so your experience in providing leadership, coaching and motivating a team will be crucial to your success. Flexible working options are available. We invest in your personal development from day one.
Responsibilities
* Support the Store management team across the back of house areas and communicate effectively with the Store Manager
* Manage a team to deliver accurate stock processes in an environment which is operationally efficient, safe and where targets are met
* Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring your team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do
* Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all commercial and operational activities by adapting to change and working alongside the team
* Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs
About You
* You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products, inspiring and motivating others to create a great work atmosphere and team spirit
* You are a great communicator who is friendly, calm and efficient and can work with people at all levels; you stay calm and approachable under pressure
* You are a team player who thrives in a result-driven, fast and challenging environment and can adapt quickly, bringing others onboard with new objectives
* You can problem-solve, make sound decisions, confidently challenge processes and generate innovative ideas
* You are an effective multi-tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
This role is not typically considered for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to Home Office requirements on skills level. Candidates are encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship.
What’s Next
Our in-store recruitment team will review the completed online applications. Those that match the job criteria closest will be contacted to arrange a Telephone or Video Interview to learn more about you, with a possible in-store Assessment.
About Us
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. We have over 500 stores, plus Next Online, and online shopping is available from over 70 countries.
About The Team
* Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Sharesave Scheme
* 60% off a generous wardrobe allowance for workwear (minimum 6 week contract)
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Discounts from over 3,500 retailers through our benefits platform
* Access to staff discounts and a digital GP and other wellbeing services
* Life assurance and optional discounted health plan
* Financial wellbeing resources and Apprenticeship opportunities (England stores only)
* Direct to Work – online and instore discounts with next‑day item collection
* Network support groups and Wellhub – discounted gym memberships
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. To request adjustments, contact careers@next.co.uk (include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject) or call 0116 479 2223 / 0044 116 479 2223 (Mon–Thu 9am–5pm; Fri 9am–4:45pm; Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 9am–4pm. Excludes bank holidays).
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