Retail Store Manager

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Retail Store Manager to be based in Abergavenny.

We are looking for an individual who can spot market and brand opportunities and ensure the store is giving customers exactly they want.

You will have experience in negotiating new season brands, building customer base and ensuring your store is the number one destination for runners, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. You will be responsible for developing, leading and inspiring a team and creating a positive environment where excellent customer service and product knowledge is at the forefront of every interaction with the customer who will have a passion for fitness and the outdoors.

You'll also have exciting opportunities for off-site visits to London and meetings with global brands to ensure you are fully prepared with the marketplace and trends within the run, outdoor and hiking retail environment.

Retail Store Manager Benefits:

• Up to £32,000 pa negotiable depending on experience.
• Pension.
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.
• Social events.
• Staff discount.
• 40 hours per week.

Retail Store Manager responsibilities will include:

• Develop the buying calendar to ensure all Seasons are catered for maximum opportunities.
• Manage a retail team to effectively manage the day-to-day operations of the store, maintaining efficient processes, procedures and administration including rotas.
• Drive growth, achieving sales targets and KPIs, communicating regularly with and reporting to head office.
• Maintain exceptional visual merchandising standards and customer service.
• Embody the store's values and brand missions through the organisation of events and positive engagement with the local community and active groups. (Run, walk, hike etc).
• Maintain contact and relationships with key stakeholders e.g. brand representatives, council contacts, AFF organisers, community group leaders, local shopkeepers.
• Ensure the dispatch of online orders is seamlessly progressing at store for excellent customer service.

Retail Store Manager experience / skills required:

• Have a proven track record of increasing sales and delivering KPIs.
• At least 2/3 years' previous experience in retail management.
• Highly experienced in retail sales of premium products.
• Knowledgeable about brands, preferably those in the outdoor and active sector.
• Skilled in working with profit and loss reports, taking appropriate actions to drive business growth.
• Highly creative with excellent visual merchandising skills.
• Proficient in buying and stock management to run a retail store.

For immediate consideration, please forward your CV to Kayleigh at Vibe Recruit today.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.