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Assistant Store Manager - 40 hrs, Ashford
Client:
Fred Perry
Location:
Ashford, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Retail
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
dbeb78356311
Job Views:
4
Posted:
26.03.2025
Expiry Date:
10.05.2025
Job Description:
Triple Wimbledon champion Fred Perry founded his brand in 1952. He was the son of a cotton spinner, who played and fought his way through, always with style – and despite the establishment. Today, Fred Perry is a global community of over 370 employees, all inspired by the Laurel Wreath and what it represents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To deputise for the Store Manager in their absence.
* In the absence of the Store Manager, you will manage the cash handling, banking and associated administration.
* You will ensure that all till operations are carried out in line with the Fred Perry operations manual.
* To support the Store Manager to help meet KPI budgets, communicating these to staff and motivating them to help achieve agreed targets.
* To assist the Store Manager in all aspects of the stock control, including receipting transfers, monitoring stock levels, stock preparation and presentation.
* You will demonstrate excellent customer service to all customers and provide customers with expertise information of the product range and its benefits.
* Be familiar with the shop operations manual, personnel and Health and Safety policies.
* Communicate KPI results to Head Office and Area Manager in the absence of the Store Manager, including commentary on reports.
* Inform the Store Manager of any issues or non-compliance in reference to the Fred Perry policies and procedures.
THE PERSON:
* Proven experience in building effective teams and motivating employees.
* Strong initiative and leadership skills.
* Understanding of various retail concepts i.e. (gross margin, markdowns, visual merchandising).
* Able to adapt quickly and react positively to business needs.
BENEFITS:
We are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to all our staff and continue to reassess what our community needs from us to thrive. We don’t want to be a good company to work for, we want to be a great one. Here are some things we currently offer:
* Annual performance-related bonus.
* Generous pension scheme with 8.5% company contribution.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity packages.
* Life insurance.
* Season ticket loan.
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
* Regular opportunities to attend gigs / events.
We actively welcome applications from people of all different backgrounds. Your CV will be submitted to hiring managers with all personal details hidden to ensure anonymity.
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