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Store Manager - Charity Retail
Location: Portobello Road, London
Salary: £24,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Join a Growing, Impactful Charity Retailer and Make a Difference
Are you an experienced Store Manager with a passion for retail and a heart for making a positive impact?
Our client, a well-established and expanding charity retailer, is looking for a dynamic Store Manager to support the leadership team in their store based on Portobello Road. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive success, grow a team, and be part of a rapidly growing charity that truly values its people and the local community.
Why This Role?
- Lead with Purpose: Manage a store that's more than just a shop - it's a hub of community engagement and a force for good.
- Develop & Inspire: Lead a dedicated team and recruit enthusiastic volunteers, helping to grow both the store and the charity's impact.
- Maximise Your Potential: Use your retail expertise to maximise income generation, exceed targets, and drive new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Senior Shop Manager and Area Manager to ensure optimal stock levels and oversee store maintenance and health & safety.
- Drive store performance by delivering on financial and contribution targets.
- Lead, coach, and motivate your team to achieve KPIs and provide outstanding customer service.
- Recruit, train, and manage staff and volunteers, fostering a supportive and high-performing team environment.
- Implement effective visual merchandising to enhance customer experience and boost sales.
- Engage with the local community to build strong relationships and drive footfall.
- Spearhead initiatives to attract donations and grow the store's volunteer base.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Store Manager/Deputy Store Manager, ideally within charity retail or the broader retail sectors.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage your team and customers.
- A track record of hitting KPIs and working to financial targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Hands-on experience in managing volunteers, with a passion for community engagement and supporter relationship building.
- Enthusiastic, results-driven, and adaptable with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Flexibility to work weekends and support the store's operating hours.
- A genuine passion for the charity sector and making a difference in the community.
What's In It For You?
- Competitive Salary
- Career Growth: Join a rapidly growing charity where there are opportunities to develop your career further.
- Work with Purpose: Be part of a team that's making a real impact in the local community.
If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
Apply today with your CV and covering letter to join a charity retailer that values its people and its mission.
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