ARNE is an apparel and footwear brand/retailer based in Birchwood Park near Warrington, UK. We design and develop our products in the UK, manufacture in the near & far east and then ship directly to our customers, via ARNEclo.com. After branching out into Selfridges and following success with our own pop-up shops in the past, we are now excited to announce we are moving into Retail Stores of our own.
We have ambitious plans for the aesthetics and interior of the store, and we're confident that this has never been done anywhere in the world. The level of store fit-out (literally calculated by £ per square foot) at the price point we sell ARNE is unmatched. Retail and most brands have been greedy, offering at best an average shopping experience, and we want to change that.
Each store, both now and in the future, will embody everything ARNE represents—where it was born and why it was created. It will be branded by the way we see the world and reflect the "Less is MORE" philosophy, with the understated impact we aim to make as the world continues to move towards a "fake it till you make it," flashy way of living. We want our customers to experience the best value in the world, from the products we sell to the store experience itself.
Reporting to our Store Manager, the Assistant Manager will support in all aspects of store operations, including sales performance, team leadership, customer experience and operational excellence. They will lead by example on the shop floor and support teammates with coaching and feedback.
So, if you are creative with a keen eye for detail, have a passion for the fashion industry and want to join us on our exciting journey of opening our first physical store, please apply today!
Requirements
* Support the Store Manager in the daily operations of the store, ensuring smooth and effective functioning.
* Supervise and motivate the store team, ensuring they deliver excellent customer service.
* Assist in recruitment, training, and performance management of store staff.
* Analyse sales performance and customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
* Maintain store merchandising standards, ensuring compliance with brand guidelines.
* Handle inventory management, including stock replenishment and inventory audits.
* Assist in implementing promotional plans and marketing initiatives within the store.
* Ensure that the store environment is clean, safe, and welcoming for customers.
* Act as a role model for customer service and commitment to the ARNE brand values.
* Manage the store in the absence of the Store Manager.
Essential Experience And Skills
* Previous experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
* Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire a team.
* Excellent customer service skills with a passion for retail.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data.
* Good understanding of merchandising standards and visual presentation.
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.
Benefits
* We are proud to be recognised as a Medium sized Sunday Times Best Place to Work for 2024.
* 32 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays) + your Birthday off.
* Holidays increasing up to 36 days with service.
* Option to buy / sell holidays.
* Generous staff discount & uniform allowance.
* Annual and quarterly bonus schemes based on company performance.
* Private Healthcare including Dental & Optical Plans after probation.
* Health Cash Plan from day one.
* Life assurance paying 5x annual salary from day one.
* Discounted marketplace with money off/cash back from 100's of places.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Tech Scheme.
ARNE are an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diverse people bring different skills and are committed to ensuring our business support the needs of potential colleagues from Ethnic Minority backgrounds and colleagues who may be disabled or neurodiverse. We are committed creating a great place to work through diversity and inclusivity and we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team.
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