Retail Manager

Location: Dorset
Salary: £38,625-£46,125 pa
Hours: 38 hour week shift basis (across 7am-7pm), working every other weekend. No late shifts generally other than Christmas
Benefits: Company discount scheme, retail discounts, cycle scheme, health cash plan, annual paid charity day, External Assistance Program for wellbeing, free parking, up to 38 days holiday inc bank hols, pension
Aspire Jobs are working exclusively with our client who is a well know reputable retailer. Now looking for an experienced, ambitious, commercially minded Retail Trading Manager to join their Dorset site. You will be responsible for c £10M turnover contributing to the stores overall operation so needs someone with a strong (10 years +) retail management experience. You will be managing a team of c 50-60 staff with 5 direct reports within that.
The store is undergoing a major refit and as such will become a premium department store style centre. Therefore they are looking for people with retail experience from within clothing, furniture and department stores rather than food etc.
You will be leading their retail operation where they are passionate about creating exceptional experiences for customers and an inspiring place to work for colleagues to work.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced retail leader who loves developing people, driving commercial performance, and creating outstanding customer experiences. You'll lead a large and diverse team, working alongside the General Manager and wider leadership team to deliver exceptional results across all trading departments.
We're seeking a natural leader who can motivate others, build strong relationships, and bring energy and enthusiasm to every part of the business.
As a Retail Manager you'll ideally have:
* Significant retail management experience within a customer-focused environment
* A strong commercial mindset and confidence working with sales, margins, budgets and KPIs
* Experience leading, coaching and developing large teams
* The ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent communication and influencing skills
* A passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences
* Strong analytical skills and confidence using business data to make informed decisions
Most importantly, you'll be someone who leads by example, embraces teamwork, and enjoys helping people and businesses achieve their full potential
Job Description
This is a fairly broad role with responsibility for sales, margins, budgets, customer experience and team leadership. We would be keen to speak to anyone from retail, hospitality, garden centres or operational management backgrounds but with high volume of sales experience. So if you are a Store Manager, General Manager, Retail Manager, Retail Operations Manager, Garden Centre Manager, F&B Manager or Deputy General Manager then please get in touch with us now.
Our client has been delighting customers for generations. They combine a strong heritage with a forward-thinking approach, creating inspiring destinations for families and visitors alike.
When you join them, you'll become part of a business that genuinely values its people, invests in development, and recognises that great teams are the key to great results