Store Manager - Convenience

Position: Store Manager - Convenience

Location: Church Street, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex (CO6 1TU)

Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time (42 hours per week)

Shift Pattern: Flexible (driven by business and customer needs, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends)

Salary & Package: Competitive Salary (flexible to match your experience) + Excellent Benefits Package

Reference: 159479

Closing Date: 27 September 2026

About the Role

As a Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are thrilled to partner with Morrisons Daily to recruit an entrepreneurial and community-focused Store Manager for their busy convenience store in Coggeshall, Colchester.

In this exciting leadership role, you will run the store like it is your own business! As the heart of the operation, your mission will be to serve customers, support your colleagues, and champion the local community, ensuring the store remains the best place to work and shop. You will drive success across commercial performance, team development, operational excellence, and local engagement.

(Please note: Some stores offer Post Office services, which require a successful P250 financial check as part of the employment offer.)

Key Responsibilities:

Commercial & Customer Performance: Treat the store as your own business, finding innovative ways to drive sales, manage costs, and deliver a best-in-class customer experience in line with the Morrisons brand promise.
Team Leadership & Development: Oversee all people activities—from recruitment and induction to coaching and ongoing training—fostering an inclusive culture where every colleague is empowered to reach their full potential.
Operational Excellence: Rigorously maintain health and safety compliance, operational procedures, and high store standards to create a safe, efficient, and attractive environment.
Community Engagement: Build strong, positive relationships within the local community, recognizing the vital role your convenience store plays locally.

About You

We are looking for an inspiring leader with a passion for retail and a hands-on attitude. While prior experience in a fast-paced, service-focused environment (retail, convenience, or hospitality) is beneficial, we prioritize the following qualities:

Essential Requirements:

People Development: A genuine passion for spotting, coaching, and developing talent to build a high-performing culture.
Inspiration & Influence: The ability to motivate your team while collaborating with stakeholders to implement fresh ideas.
Hands-On Attitude: A willingness to "roll up your sleeves" and work side-by-side with your team on day-to-day store objectives.
Resilience: Strong problem-solving skills and personal resilience to navigate retail challenges effectively.

Rewards and Benefits

In return for your leadership, our client offers an exceptional suite of rewards and benefits:

Competitive Pay: A flexible salary approach to match your experience, ensuring you are rewarded fairly.
Generous Leave: 28 days holiday per year.
Colleague Discounts: 15% discount across Morrisons convenience stores, supermarkets, and online from day one.
Financial Security: Contributory company pension scheme.
Leadership Development: Access to the prestigious Sir Ken Morrison Leadership School, offering a University-accredited development programme.
Wellbeing Support: Access to Vita Health and the Aviva Digital GP service.
Perks: Exclusive My Morri instant discounts on everyday purchases, dining, leisure, online cashback, and reloadable cards.

Our Recruitment Process

As your supportive agency partner, we are here to guide you smoothly through your application:

Application: Submit your application online.
Screening Call: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by a recruiter for an informal discussion about your experience.
Interview: Attend an interview with the Area Manager. (For reasonable adjustments or questions, you can contact Donna Owens at donna.1.owens@morrisonsplc.co.uk).
Offer & Onboarding: Receive quick feedback and comprehensive onboarding support upon a successful outcome.