Overview
To be a successful Sales Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to prioritise outstanding customer service and achieve 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 leading, coaching and motivating a 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.
Shifts you are applying for
38.75hrs p/w; Tue 11:45 - 20:00; Wed 09:00 - 17:15; Thu 09:00 - 17:15; Fri 09:00 - 17:15; Sat 10:45 - 19:00
Responsibilities
* Support the Store management team across all product areas, back of house and running the store when needed
* Manage a team to deliver amazing service and accurate stock processes in an environment which is commercial, 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 working alongside the team
* Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs
About You
* You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires and motivate 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 have the ability to adapt to change quickly, bringing 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
* Able to demonstrate the ability to problem solve, make sound business decisions, confidently challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward
* Confident when dealing with people issues
* An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload
Employment details
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 considered for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to Home Office requirements on skills level. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship.
What’s Next
Press the apply button now to start your application. If you match our criteria we will arrange a Telephone or Video Interview and then an in-store assessment. To apply, you must not have had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in 6 months.
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, plus Next Online and it’s now possible to buy online from over 70 countries. We’ve gone global!
About The Team
* Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Sharesave Scheme
* 60% off a generous working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes for work
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Discounts and offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
* Access to staff discounts at our Staff Shops
* Access a digital GP and other free health and 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, next-day pickup from your workplace
* Support Networks and Wellhub - wellbeing and fitness benefits
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. For accessibility needs, contact careers@next.co.uk.
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