Monday to Friday with Saturday on a rota
Competitive salary plus pension and company benefits
We have an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and motivated Retail Branch Manager to lead the team at our busy branch in Worthing. Our store, located on the Mulberry Lane Trading Estate in Goring-By- Sea, has been serving the local community for over 30 years and is well known as the first choice for decorating materials in the area. We host a large showroom that stocks an extensive range of wallpapers, blinds, curtains, designer and trade paints, and all the decorating tools and accessories customers need to complete their home décor projects. Internet terminals in the branch allow customers to order products directly into the store. Branch opening hours are Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to 5pm.
Managing a small team, you will play a vital part in serving customers and keeping the branch running smoothly.
We are proud to be ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 and to be part of Brewers Decorator Centres, the largest independent supplier of decorating materials. With over 120 years of heritage and a network of more than 250 stores, we place great emphasis on the development and growth of our colleagues. To learn more about working with us, visit Brewers.co.uk/careers.
We understand that neurodiverse candidates or candidates with a disability may need adjustments or extra support in the application or interview process, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment and supporting reasonable requests where we can.
Responsibilities
* Demonstrate management or supervisory experience in a similar or relevant role.
* Develop a team.
* Achieve sales targets and generate new business.
* Be enthusiastic and proactive about selling and inspire staff to achieve high levels of customer service.
* Understand our focus on customer service and other Brewers values.
* Represent the company positively to a wide range of customers.
* Work on your own initiative.
* Knowledge of the local area would be beneficial.
Qualifications
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive excellence.
* Exceptional customer service and communication skills, to understand and translate customer requirements into product recommendations.
* Previous experience in the decorative industry would be an advantage but not essential; full training will be provided to the right candidate.
* Approachable, possessing an open and friendly personality; happy to help both customers and colleagues.
* Enjoys working and supporting a team, but can work as an individual when required.
* A proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating new business.
* Keen to learn, develop skills, and progress within the industry.
* Willing to attend training to become a Fire.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* 33 days holiday, including an allowance for selected bank holidays and increasing with service.
* Free life assurance.
* 5% of salary employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions).
* Stream – a money management app that gives you access to a portion of your pay as you earn it.
* Employee Assistance Programme – accessible to colleagues, partners/spouse and dependents.
* Virtual GP service for yourself and any dependent children.
* Medicash – optional funded scheme to claim money back for routine healthcare treatments.
* Brewers colleague discounts on home improvements.
* Discounts and rewards with selected partners – major high street brands, supermarkets, etc.
* Additional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisis.
* Staff uniform and uniform cleaning tax relief.
* Comprehensive Induction Programme and ongoing development.
* After a qualifying period, eligibility for additional benefits such as profit‑related pay, enhanced maternity/paternity pay and a chance to use Holiday Homes in Cornwall or the Lake District.
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