Deputy Store Manager

This global fashion retailer are seeking a Deputy Manager for their new Bluewater store where you’ll support all aspects of the store opening, including recruitment, onboarding, and training of the team along with store set-up, visual merchandising and floor layout implementation, making the store look great and achieving the one goal - ensuring the best experience for colleagues and customers.

About the role
This is a new store opening and as Deputy Manager you’ll play a key role during the set-up phase and so you should be flexible to work extended hours where needed to deliver a successful opening, along with being responsible for creating a good atmosphere and motivating the team.

Responsibilities include:

Support and assist the Store Manager and working in partnership with the management team
Analyse sales performance daily and make strong commercial decisions to maximise result
Ensure smooth daily operations, leading the store confidently in the absence of the Store Manager
Being a role model to the team, driving great energy and atmosphere on the shop floor
Support the growth and development of your team to deliver on KPIs, product knowledge, service, visual merchandising, and operations
Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching for your store team
Champion company values and help create an inclusive, positive culture for colleagues and customers
What’s on offer

The opportunity to build and develop your store from day one
Competitive salary of £30,000 to £35,000 per annum
Inspiring training courses and leadership development programmes
Uniform allowance and 50% employee discount
Career opportunities within a global fashion company
A supportive team culture where colleagues look out for each other and have fun
What you need

Experience as a Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, or similar leadership role within retail
Strong communication and people skills - you enjoy building relationships
A real passion for their brand and product and delivering the best customer experience
Ownership mindset - you step up, take initiative, and get things done
A commercial mindset with a drive for achieving and exceeding results
Confidence in navigating change and embracing new challenges (especially in a new‑store opening environment!)
About the company
The company was founded to be the best brand for men globally and has always been focused on innovation, design, qualities, and trends. And today, over 30 years later, they have become one of Europe’s leading producers of men’s fashionwear with more than one thousand stores in 38 countries.

We hope we’ve caught your interest!
eRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.

The company provides equal opportunities for everyone, irrespective of gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or religious background, and we create an empowering environment where all our people can thrive and develop.

You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to receiving your application