Application Deadline: 6 February 2026
Department: Management
Location: Market Rasen
Description
We’re looking for a flexible and customer-focused Store Manager Designate to support our stores across the region. This is a key leadership role where you’ll work alongside store management teams to drive success, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and develop talent. If you’re passionate about retail, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
About The Role
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week, working 5 out of 7 days
As Store Manager Designate, you’ll play a vital role in supporting multiple stores, helping to deliver business plans, drive KPIs, and ensure operational excellence. You’ll lead by example, create a positive and solution-focused environment, and make sure every interaction reflects our values: customer first, innovative, knowledgeable, honest, committed, and courageous.
Key responsibilities include:
* Working with Store Managers to deliver business plans focused on growth and commercial success
* Assisting in driving KPI results across stores and engaging teams in achieving performance goals
* Supporting stock control, seasonal promotions, and merchandising to maximise sales opportunities
* Coaching and developing colleagues to build strong succession plans for the future
* Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and training to maintain compliance and nurture talent
* Helping organise daily operations and manage store security
* Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and company procedures
About You
* At least 2 years’ proven management experience within a comparable retail role
* Proven track record of delivering sales targets and managing budgets
* Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock control, and customer service
* Skilled in problem‑solving and decision‑making under pressure
* Strong commercial awareness, including analysing sales trends and identifying growth opportunities
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and engage colleagues
* Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development
* A natural leader with a customer‑first mindset and a passion for delivering outstanding service
* Current driving licence and willingness to travel across the region
What We Offer
* 📈 Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
* 🛍️ Up to 25% staff discount in store
* 🚗 Free parking on site
* 🌴 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part‑time staff)
* 📚 Excellent training and development opportunities
* 🪜 Plenty of career progression opportunities
* 👨👩👧👦 Life Assurance
* 🗣️ Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
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