Role Overview:
Wynnstay Group is seeking a motivated and experienced Agricultural Store Manager to lead our busy Pontesbury Store, ensuring efficient operations and exceptional service for our valued farmer customers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take the helm of a well-established and respected store at the heart of a rural community. If you bring a passion for agriculture, strong leadership skills, and a proven background in retail management, you’ll play a key role in driving performance during an exciting period of growth and transformation for Wynnstay.
Responsibilities:
* Taking overall responsibility for the store, including the performance of its team, stock management, and operational efficiency
* Driving sales growth by retaining and expanding the customer base, maximising product sales through proactive selling and customer engagement
* Ensuring a high standard of customer service is consistently delivered, maintaining strong relationships with existing customers and actively developing new business opportunities
* Providing clear leadership, support, and ongoing development to store staff, fostering a motivated and high-performing team culture
* Ensuring the store is well-stocked, well-merchandised, and always maintained to a professional standard
* Completing regular stocktakes accurately and within the specified timeframe
* Implementing and participating in promotional campaigns
* Conducting colleague reviews to assess training needs and build career development paths
* Managing and resolving customer or staff issues with professionalism and confidence
* Taking responsibility for Health & Safety on site
* Ensuring compliance with Wynnstay policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
* Maintaining effective communication with key internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and alignment with business objectives
What we’re looking for:
Essential:
* Commercial and practical awareness of the agricultural industry and the competitive landscape (preferred)
* Enthusiastic, hungry, and actively seeking new opportunities through various initiatives
* Enjoys working as part of a team and has strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate others
* Effective communicator and resourceful in solving problems
* Experience with computers and basic software packages
* Knowledge of the regulations surrounding portfolio of products sold
* Awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace.
Desirable:
* Amtra SQP/RAMA qualified (training will be provided)
* Basis Storekeeper qualified (training will be provided)
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* 4% employer pension contribution
* Life Assurance after probation period
* 25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
* Wynnstay Colleague Discount programme
* Company Profit Related Performance Bonus
* Opportunity to join a supportive, values-led organisation with a turnover of over £583 million and over 900 colleagues nationwide