Assistant Store Manager
Ballymena - Johnstones Decorating Centre
Position Summary
We now have an exciting, permanent vacancy for an Assistant Store Manager within our Architectural Coatings division, based in our Ballymena store. Were looking for a customer focused individual to become a key member of our friendly and supportive team. Previous experience in a customer facing environment and a good understanding of IT systems is desirable, but not essential, as we will support you all along the way with in-store training.
We are a global company founded in 1882, with a presence in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland for nearly 40 years. Our brands, Johnstones and Leyland Paint, are supported by a 60,000 square foot warehouse and distribution facility in Carrickfergus, along with 27 Johnstones Decorating Centres across Ireland. We place a strong emphasis on colleague engagement, achieving a score of 4.22 out of 5 in Gallup's Global Q12 annual colleague survey.
Why youll love working here
Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
Commercial bonus scheme of up to 20% of annual salary
35 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
Guaranteed 39 hours pay per week with overtime or lieu time available
Great work/life balance: Our stores are closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with no late evenings after 5pm!
Generous company pension contributions
Excellent career progression: We develop our people with online opportunities and the PPG Training Academy
Fantastic company-funded private healthcare plan, with options to extend coverage to family members
Generous staff discount on paint and decorating tools at Johnstones Decorating Centre
Colleague recognition program that recognises and rewards our colleagues
Inclusive and engaging workplaceWe foster a culture of inclusion for all (Our engagement scores show it!)
Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
A day in the life of
As an Assistant Store Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Deputize to the Store Operations manager, and cover as and when needed
Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
Undertake all required training to help you to confidently select the correct product for our customers needs and to promote our brand.
Ensure your store always looks well-presented and clean.
Follow stock management procedures by taking in deliveries and keeping the shelves full.
Key Skills
Previous management or supervisor experience desirable
Previous experience in a customer facing environment
Good communications skills with a positive customer focusses attitude
Good understanding of IT systems
Flexibility towards working hours and duties
Driving license in desirable but not essentialTPBN1_UKTJ