Retail Manager | Store Manager | Assistant Manager | Floor Manager | Visual Merchandising
Zachary Daniels is proud to be recruiting for a Retail Sales Manager for a fast-paced and fashion-forward retail business based at Lakeside.
This is a great opportunity for a commercially driven retail manager who has a strong eye for Visual Merchandising (VM) and understands how store presentation, product placement and customer experience can directly influence sales.
We're looking for someone who can lead from the front - driving sales, KPIs and team performance, while taking real ownership of the visual standards and commercial presentation of the store.
You don't need to be a dedicated VM to be successful in this role. We're particularly interested in Retail Managers, Store Managers, Assistant Managers, Floor Managers and Department Managers who have a genuine passion for VM and a strong understanding of how to make a store commercially impactful.
What You'll Get
Salary up to £31,000
Staff discount
Online healthcare services
Pension
Holiday allowance including bank holidays
Opportunity to develop within a fast-paced fashion retail environment
The Role
As Retail Sales Manager, you will be responsible for:
Leading, coaching and inspiring the store team to deliver sales, KPI and customer service targets
Taking ownership of the store's Visual Merchandising and commercial presentation
Ensuring VM guidelines are implemented effectively while using your own commercial judgement to maximise sales
Creating an inspiring and engaging customer journey through product placement, styling, layout and presentation
Driving sales and analysing KPIs to identify opportunities and improve performance
Maintaining consistently high standards across VM, product, operations and customer experience
Leading by example on the shop floor and creating a high-energy, customer-focused environment
Coaching and developing your team through regular one-to-ones, feedback and performance management
Supporting succession planning and developing future talent
Managing day-to-day retail operations, stock and product availability
Working commercially with your team to maximise opportunities across the store
Ensuring the store consistently reflects the brand's image and standards
About You
We're looking for a Retail Manager with a strong commercial mindset and a genuine passion for Visual Merchandising.
You could currently be working as a:
Store Manager
Assistant Store Manager
Floor Manager
Department Manager
Sales Manager
Visual Manager / Visual Merchandising Manager
You'll ideally have:
2-3+ years' retail management experience
Strong experience within fashion, clothing, footwear, accessories or another visually led retail environment
A proven track record of delivering against sales targets and KPIs
A strong understanding of Visual Merchandising and commercial store presentation
A natural eye for detail, styling, product placement and store standards
Experience coaching and developing a retail team
Strong commercial awareness and the ability to turn VM opportunities into sales
Experience managing a store or department with £500k+ turnover would be advantageous
The confidence to be hands-on, visible and influential on the shop floor
Energy, pace and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving retail environment
The Opportunity
This is an ideal role for a Retail Manager who loves the commercial side of retail but also has a real passion for VM.
If you're someone who walks into a store and immediately spots opportunities to improve the layout, product presentation, customer journey and commercial impact, this could be a great next step.
Retail Sales Manager | Store Manager | Assistant Manager | Floor Manager
Visual Merchandising | Fashion Retail | Lakeside | Up to £31,000 + Benefits
BH36665
Salary description
£28000.00 - £31000.00 per year