Assistant Store Manager - Wakefield Outlet (N101293)
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Hours: 37 hrs per week; Sun 09:30 – 16:00; Mon 11:45 – 20:00; Wed 09:00 – 17:15; Thu 11:45 – 20:00; Fri 09:00 – 17:15
To be an effective Assistant Store Manager, you will maximise sales, drive efficiencies and achieve performance targets by leading and inspiring your team to be their best. Every day will be varied, fast paced and challenging but rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do, so your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a high performing team will be crucial to your success. Flexible working options are available.
About the Role
To be a successful Assistant Store Manager you will:
* Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and step up to cover the store when needed
* Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes are core to everything you do, in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient and safe
* Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team
* Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times to meet business needs
We’ll offer amazing benefits (see list further below).
About You
* You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This energy inspires others and contributes to a great working atmosphere and team spirit
* You have exceptional commercial understanding with the know-how to create a fantastic shopping experience
* You are a team player who thrives in a results-driven, fast-paced environment and can lead the team through change
* You communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels and stay calm under pressure
* You can problem-solve, make sound decisions, challenge processes and generate ideas to move the business forward
* You have experience in leading and coaching a high performing team and handling people issues
* You are an effective multi-tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise 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 sponsored under the Skilled Worker route.
What’s Next
Press the apply button to start your application. If your skills and experience match our criteria, we will be in touch to arrange a Telephone or Video Interview followed by an in-store assessment. You must not have had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in the past 6 months to apply.
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, Next Online, and online from over 70 countries. We’ve gone global.
About The Team
* Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving results
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria’s Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT)
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Sharesave Scheme
* 60% off a generous working wardrobe allowance to wear for work (minimum 6 week contract)
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Discounts through our online benefits platform
* Staff shop discounts
* Access to a digital GP and other wellbeing services
* Life assurance
* Discounted health plan options for you and your family
* Financial wellbeing tools
* Apprenticeship opportunities (England stores only)
* Direct to Work – discount online and in-store, items ready next day
* Network group access to empower and celebrate each other
* Wellhub – discounted gym memberships and related benefits
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. If you require workplace adjustments during the application process, please email careers@next.co.uk or call 0116 429 8726 / 0044 116 429 8726.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Retail
Wakefield, England, United Kingdom – date varies by posting
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