Store Operations - Deputy Manager

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Salary Details: £14.75 - £15.72 per hour (Plus an additional £4.00 per hour premium whilst running the store)

Contract Type: Permanent (Flexible contract: 25–35 hours per week)

Location: Weston Super Mare

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is thrilled to partner with a leading retail brand to recruit an ambitious and driven Deputy Store Manager on a permanent basis.

As a Deputy Store Manager, you will take real pride in driving sales, delivering exceptional customer service, minimizing costs, and improving daily operational efficiency. Supporting the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and hitting targets, this role offers genuine responsibility and serves as the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey toward full store management.

Key Responsibilities

Take full charge of running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager.
Deliver customer service that consistently goes beyond expectations.
Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and successfully meet store KPIs.
Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently.
Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits securely.
Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are meticulously maintained.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
Highly skilled in time management, organization, and cost control.
Self-motivated with a strong drive to achieve and exceed targets consistently.
Exceptional customer service and regulatory compliance skills.
Previous Store Management experience is a plus, but not essential.

Exceptional Benefits Package

Through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency and our client, you will enjoy a rewarding compensation and benefits structure:

Competitive Pay: Earn £14.75 - £15.72 per hour.
Store Management Premium: Receive an additional £4.00 per hour whenever you are actively running the store.
Flexible Hours: Secure a permanent contract offering between 25 to 35 hours per week.
Generous Holiday: 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
Family Support: 26 weeks of full pay following 1 year of service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave.
Lifestyle Perks: Access to discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals.
Career Growth: Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities to propel your retail career forward.