Overview
SHIFTS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: 23hrs p/w; Sun 09:30 - 16:45; Mon 07:30 - 13:00; Wed 08:00 - 12:00; Thu 09:30 - 13:30; Fri 08:00 - 11:00.
To be an effective Stock Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to prioritise achieving performance targets. Every day will be varied, fast paced, 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. The Stock Manager supports the growth of our online business and ensures customers get the very best online experience and service, including efficient handling of returns and online orders.
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 that 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 to meet business needs.
* Be passionate about customers, people, and products, and contribute to a positive work atmosphere and team spirit.
* Communicate effectively, stay calm under pressure, and maintain a realistic approach with others.
* Be a team player in a fast, challenging, result-driven environment, with the ability to adapt quickly and align the team with new objectives.
* Demonstrate problem-solving, sound business judgment, and the ability to challenge processes and generate innovative ideas.
* Plan, organise and prioritise workload to Multi-task effectively.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Experience leading a team in stock management or back-of-house operations.
* Strong leadership, coaching and motivational skills.
* Ability to adapt to change and work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels.
* Excellent communication, organizational and decision-making abilities.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
* Right to work in the UK (evidence required) as per Home Office guidance. This role is not typically sponsored under the Skilled Worker route.
What’s Next
Our in-store recruitment team will review online applications. Those that best match the job criteria will be contacted to arrange a Telephone or Video Interview, which may progress to an in-store assessment.
About Us
Next, a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We are the UK's 2nd largest fashion retailer and a leader in Kidswear. We have over 500 stores, plus Next Online, with online availability in over 70 countries.
Team Benefits
* Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results.
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT).
* 10% off most partner brands and up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
* Sharesave Scheme.
* 60% off a generous working wardrobe allowance (minimum 6 weeks contract).
* Early VIP access to sale stock.
* Discounts through online benefits platform with hot deals and exclusive offers from 3,500+ retailers.
* Staff Shop discounts and access to a digital GP and wellbeing services.
* Life assurance and optional discounted health plans for you and your family.
* Financial wellbeing tools and Apprenticeship opportunities (England stores only).
* Direct to Work – discount online and in-store, with next-day collection from your place of work or local store.
* Network Groups for support and inclusion, Wellhub gym discounts, and other wellbeing resources.
In line with Home Office guidance, evidence of the right to work in the UK is required before commencement of employment.
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