To be a successful Sales Manager you will:
* Support the Store management team across all product areas, back of house and running the store when needed
* Manage a team to deliver amazing service and accurate stock processes in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient, safe and where targets are met
* Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring your team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do
* Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all commercial and operational activities by working alongside the team
* Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs
You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires and motivate others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit
* You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers
* A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You have the ability to adapt to change quickly, bringing the rest of the team on board with the new objectives
* A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others
* Able to demonstrate the ability to problem solve, make sound business decisions, confidently challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward
* Confident when dealing with people issues
* An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
You know Next, but did you know we're a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We're the UK's 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we're the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it's now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we've gone global!
* Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT)
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Sharesave Scheme
* 75% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work (minimum 6 week contract)
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
* Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
* Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
* Life assurance
* You can register for a discounted health plan for you and your family
* Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
* Apprenticeship - Earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only)
* Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
* Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
* Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more