Assistant Shop Manager

Assistant Shop Manager | South Gloucestershire

Salary: DOE

Are you a hands-on retail leader with a passion for merchandising, commercial performance, and creating exceptional customer experiences? We're looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to play a key role within a thriving garden retail business.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious retail professional who enjoys variety, leadership, and responsibility. Working closely with the Shop Manager, you'll help drive sales, maintain high retail standards, support buying decisions, and lead a successful team across a diverse range of departments, including Leisure, Christmas, and Shop Merchandise.

The Role

As Assistant Shop Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the retail departments, ensuring customers receive an outstanding shopping experience while delivering strong commercial results.

You will:

Assist the Shop Manager in the leadership and development of the retail team.
Take responsibility for the Leisure, Christmas, and Shop Merchandise departments.
Cover the buying process, including product selection, stock management, and supplier relationships.
Drive sales through effective merchandising, promotions, and seasonal displays.
Monitor stock levels and ensure departments remain well-presented and fully stocked.
Lead by example on the shop floor, delivering excellent customer service.
Help manage rotas, performance, training, and team development.
Support the delivery of budgets, KPIs, and commercial objectives.
Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping, and operational compliance.
Act as Duty Manager when required and provide cover for the Shop Manager during absences.About You

We're looking for someone who is:

Currently working in a retail management or supervisory position (ideally in garden retail).
Experienced in merchandising and creating engaging retail displays.
Commercially aware with an understanding of stock control and buying.
A confident people leader who can motivate and develop teams.
Organised, proactive, and able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Customer-focused with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
Comfortable working across seasonal categories, particularly Christmas and Leisure products.
Enthusiastic, hands-on, and willing to lead from the front.How to Apply?

If you're a driven retail manager looking for the next step in your career and enjoy combining leadership, merchandising, buying, and commercial responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply below or get in touch with Michail at or (phone number removed)