We are looking for a friendly hands-on front of house people person, to join this successful business as their Retail Manager working in a thriving busy village shop serving the local community. Located in the heart of the village, this little gem of a shop serves over 2000 customers per week and stocks a variety of groceries, fresh produce, breads and locally sourced products. The role is permanent and offered on a full or part time basis.

Reporting into the owner you will be a key player in ensuring the business thrives and continues to be the heart of the community. The role will be at times demanding and you will need to enjoy being on the shop floor ensuring the shop is well presented and compliant.

The main responsibilities for the Retail Manager will be assisting / deputising and supporting the Store Manager in:

• Working in a team of 7 colleagues in a collaborative and constructive way
• Managing deliveries and all in bound products
• Rep management and all aspects of the shop floor environment
• Stock management, pricing and promotions are compliant, stock rotation
• Ordering from local suppliers
• Temperature and date checks
• Health and Safety on the shop floor and stock rooms
• Cashing up
• Continuous improvement
• Developing and implementing cleaning regimes

Skills/experience required for Retail Manager

• Experience in retail within food perishables or similar
• Experience in leading and working in a team or able to step up
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic with a positive approach, well organised and able to be flexible
• Adaptable team player, able to use your own initiative
• High attention to detail and where order and cleanliness are paramount
• Excellent standards of customer service, leading by example, always willing to go that extra mile
• Familiar with a modern stock and ordering system
• Comfortable with taking on new systems

Hours

The shop is open 7 days a week 8.30 am - 7 pm (Sunday 9 am - 4 pm)

You will be expected to work average 35 hours on average, which equates to 42 hours one week (including the weekend) and 28 every other (with a weekend off)

What's in it for you?

Based in Tysoe, Warwickshire. The starting salary is up to £15 per hour, discounted shopping, free parking, and being part of a vibrant community and team.

Application Process

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