Management Trainee
guildford
The Friary Centre
Level 2 Unit 22
Guildford
GU1 4YT
Permanent
Full-Time NEW!
About the role
You do you, and we do shoes.
Sure, we’re all about shoes and sneakers but we’re also about the people wearing them.
Our vision is People.Purpose.Progress and central to this is our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities and want you to express yourself every day, no matter who you are.
To support an inclusive environment, our purpose groups – racial equality, LGBTQ+ equality, disability equality, mental wellness and sustainability - are employee led and give different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds to fuel innovation and celebrate diverse voices. Find out more here
schuh stepped on the footwear scene in Edinburgh in 1981. We aren’t just a ‘shoe shop', but a destination where people can express their individuality, style and attitude for over 40 years. Be part of it.
Are you ready to take your customer service skills to the next level? This Management Trainee role will allow you to kick-start your retail management career with the opportunity to become a future leader. Our comprehensive training program will develop you in all aspects of retail and people management, providing you with all the tools you will need to take your next step into one of our Deputy Manager roles!
About the role/responsibilities:
1. Learn to coach and develop your team to exceed every expectation
2. Deliver what’s ultimately the most exceptional shopping experience on the high street from start to finish
3. Help recruit and train new talent
4. Setting goals, achieving targets and driving KPIs
5. Striving for operational excellence
6. Celebrating achievements
7. Promote the schuh brand through our core service values
8. Gain confidence in making commercial decisions within our visual merchandising guidelines
9. Adhering to company policies and guidelines
About the person:
10. Enthusiastic, incredibly ambitious and ready for anything
11. Optimistic and energetic
12. Prepared to work hard
13. Act as a role model in store
14. Passionate about retail/customer service/footwear
15. Target driven
16. Keen eye for detail and knowledge of trends
Fast paced and varied role where no two days the same, hard work is rewarded – development opportunities, investment in people with a wide range of perks and benefits including our commitment to investing in our people offering various progression and development opportunities as well as the below:
Perks of the job include:
17. Up to 40% product discount for those amazing sneaks you want. You can also share this with your loved ones.
18. Up to 29 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 34 when you have been with us three years
19. Your birthday off to celebrate you
20. Flexible working hours / contracts to work when suits you
21. Annual 100% discount once a year up to the value of £75 / €85 for shoes to wear to work
22. Perk platform for hundreds of discounts
23. Stream your wages as you earn them to get paid your way
24. Employee assistance programme with the retail trust to support your wellbeing through resources, helplines and access to a Virtual GP service.
25. A pension scheme to help you save for the future
What’s next
Our Recruitment Team will work as quickly as possible to review your application. In the meantime, if you have any questions or would like any additional information at all, please contact
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About the location
Looking for a new pair of shoes, trainers, sandals, heels, or boots? Our shoe shop in Guildford is right in the heart of town, on the second level of the busy and bustling Friary Centre.
Here at schuh Guildford, we stock all your favourite brands, including our own, affordable so you’ll be spoilt for choice. And with all-time classics like,, and in our Guildford store you’re sure to find what you're after.
Needing a new chunky pair of sandals or wanting something a bit more comfortable for a weekend at home? There’s plenty to choose from when you shop with schuh.
With our part exchange policy, you can get money off your new purchase by trading in your old shoes.
Short on time? We’ve got you covered with our in-store delivery. Simply order online to collect in-store.
No matter your size, age, or gender, schuh Guildford has something for everyone. Our adults' and kids’ shoes let you walk away feeling fine and looking flawless.
We can’t wait to see you in store at our Guildford shoe shop soon!