Retail Assistant Manager £30 - 35,000 Bonus & Benefits Widnes The Company A business with a long and rich heritage this retailer of all things garden and home-related has invested heavily in store refurbishment, acquisition and expansion and is one of the best-known businesses in its sector. As part of the ongoing growth and development of the business, they are now looking to recruit a Store Operations Manager for this well-established and high-profile site The Role Reporting to the General Manager and is responsible for the following: All front-of-store customer service operations Managing all trading functions ensuring deliveries are managed in a timely manner and that stock package and availability KPI’s are adhered to Administrative management for store operations, ensuring that paperwork is accurately and timely processed Overseeing cash handling, banking and the production of financial reports including payroll Order control and processing Site Health and Safety Leading, managing and developing a team of direct reports whilst influencing the other site team Duty management for the whole site in the GM's absence The Candidate The role will appeal to a retail manager with a strong product and operational focus. It’s a great position if you are well organised, diligent and can see and understand that a well-run operational business unit is the cornerstone of a well run and successful retail store. Ideally applicants will have: Management experience within some kind of retail business, possibly from DIY or Department stores, Clothing or Home businesses, Garden Centres or large multi-product retailers. A good working knowledge of customer service, trading & back of house functions. Applicants can be people who want to develop their career with a bigger business, one with a high degree of security and a good reputation training and ongoing development. Ultimately this role will appeal to individuals who want to broaden their knowledge of store operations and use their experience in a commercial role.