Role Overview
Job Category: Next Stores
Job Description: SHIFTS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: 38.75hrs p/w; Mon 08:45 - 17:15; Tue 08:45 - 17:15; Thu 10:30 - 19:00; Fri 08:45 - 17:15; Sat 08:45 - 17:15
To be an effective 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, challenging but ultimately 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. You can count on us to invest in your personal development from day one. Flexible working options are available.
Responsibilities
* Lead and inspire your team to be their best
* Provide an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of everything you do, in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient and safe
* Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all operational and commercial activities alongside the team
* Form part of an area team reporting to the Area Manager, playing a part in the growth and success of the brand by identifying opportunities and adding value
* Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs
* You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit
* You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know-how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers
* A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with the new objectives
* A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others
* Confidently problem solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward
* Experienced in leading and coaching a high performing team and effectively dealing with people issues
* An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload
Qualifications and Requirements
* Proven experience leading and coaching a high performing team
* Strong customer focus and ability to create a great shopping experience
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with people at all levels
* Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
* Right to work in the UK, evidenced before commencement of employment; sponsorship may not be available for this role
About Next & 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 & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Sharesave Scheme
* 60% off a generous working wardrobe allowance (minimum 6 week contract)
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Discounts and offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
* Access to staff discounts, digital GP and other health and wellbeing services
* Life assurance and discounted health plan options
* Financial wellbeing tools, Apprenticeship opportunities (England stores only)
* Direct to Work - discount online and in-store with next-day collection from work or local store
* Support networks and Wellhub - wellbeing resources and gym discounts
What’s Next
Press the apply button now to start your application. We will review your Skills and experience based on your application. If you match our criteria, we will contact you 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 last 6 months.
About Us
We know Next. We are 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 a leader in Kidswear. We have over 500 stores, plus Next Online with global online availability.
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