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Talent Partner | Cotswold Outdoor Group | People-First Hiring in Retail | Passionate About Purpose, Culture & the Outdoors
Location: Ambleside, Lake District
Hours: 40 hours per week | Full-time, Permanent
Join us as Store Manager at our flagship Ambleside store, nestled in the heart of the Lake District. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a trusted and expanding outdoor retail group with a loyal customer base and a passionate, knowledgeable team.
As part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, which includes Runners Need and Snow+Rock, we provide a premium range of outdoor clothing, equipment, and expert services all with a strong focus on sustainability.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and motivate your team to deliver exceptional customer experiences
* Manage all store operations including stock control, banking, and compliance
* Drive store performance through analysis of KPIs and sales metrics
* Support the growth and development of your team
* Recruit and onboard new team members with help from our People Team
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience managing a retail store, including budget management, planning, and operations
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead a high-performing, customer-focused team
* Energy, passion, and a genuine love for the outdoors
* Confidence in managing KPIs and driving commercial success
What We Offer
* Competitive salary of £29,000–£30,000 plus up to £4,250 annual bonus
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
* Company pension, Perkbox benefits, critical illness cover, private medical insurance, and life assurance
* Excellent opportunities to grow within a purpose-led organisation
About Our Ambleside Store
Located in the centre of Ambleside at the historic Victorian Market Cross, our store offers an extensive range of outdoor clothing and equipment from top brands such as Patagonia, Fjällräven, Mountain Equipment, Rab, and The North Face.
Situated at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, right in the heart of the Lake District National Park, our Ambleside experts live and breathe the outdoors. Free in-store services include boot and rucksack fittings, footwear protection, and adventure and camping kit advice to prepare you for your next trip.
* Easily accessible by public transport and car, with nearby parking available
* Located in a charming Victorian town centre, full of shops and cafes to explore
* Home to some of the most popular and best-loved outdoor brands, including Patagonia, Fjällräven, and The North Face
Ready to lead one of our most iconic stores in one of the UK’s most beautiful outdoor destinations? Apply now and take your retail leadership to the next level!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Sales, Customer Service, and Management
* Industries
Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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