Endless pre-loved items. A crucial source of fundraising. A store that runs your way.
Retail Store Manager
£26,259 - £30,804 plus benefits
Reports to: Area Manager
Department: Trading
Contract: 6-month fixed term
Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week
Location: Southampton Portswood, Shirley, and Ferndown shops
Closing date: Sunday 22nd June 2025 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found.
Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. Cancer Research UK cannot offer visa sponsorship.
About Cancer Research UK: We exist to beat cancer. We are dedicated professionals with a purpose, working every day to make a difference. We are seeking a talented, motivated store manager to join our trading team. You will act as an ambassador, motivating your team to maximize sales and fundraising targets. Your store will be a community hub where people learn about our work and see the impact of their support.
Responsibilities include:
* Leading, inspiring, and engaging a team of paid staff and volunteers, including recruitment, retention, and development.
* Managing the commercial aspects of your store, including display, merchandising, stock management, and maintaining standards.
* Providing excellent customer and supporter service.
* Maximizing profits through effective cost control and sales strategies.
* Building relationships with the local community and colleagues.
* Organizing and running creative fundraising events to meet targets.
* Ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, security, and HR policies.
* Manual handling and physical activity as part of daily duties.
Candidate requirements:
* Experience managing and inspiring a diverse team.
* Ability to work within targets and motivate others.
* Multi-tasking skills in a lively environment.
* Understanding of excellent customer service.
* Commercial awareness and knowledge of high street fashion retail.
* Adaptability and independence.
* Awareness of pricing, value, and item worth.
* Flexibility to work on a rota basis, balancing business needs with personal life.
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Benefits include: A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, career development opportunities, and support from the Retail Trust for wellbeing.
Application process: We use anonymized shortlisting to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required but will only be viewed after interview invitation. You will undergo 4 weeks of training, possibly at a different location. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
For more information, visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube for updates.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially under-represented groups. Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the application process. Contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or call 020 3469 8400. We do not recruit individuals under 18 to ensure safety and safeguarding.
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