Retail Assistant Manager (Rotherham Superstore)
Retail Assistant Manager (Rotherham Superstore)
Location: Rotherham Superstore
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: R030879
Salary: £24,108 - £28,148 plus benefits
Reports To: Store Manager
Department: Trading
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: 06th April 2025 23:55
Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, someone determined, someone like you.
We’re looking for a motivating superstore assistant manager to join Cancer Research UK’s trading team. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, supporting the superstore manager and your team to maximise on sales and fundraising targets.
What will I be doing?
1. Supporting the superstore manager in guiding, inspiring and engaging a large team of paid staff and volunteers, including recruitment, retention and development.
2. Taking responsibility for the commercial running of the superstore including display and merchandising, stock management, maintaining shop standards, and sales.
3. Working alongside the superstore manager to meet agreed targets for donated stock, cash, and other benchmarks.
4. Assisting with processing systems for the movement and distribution of large volumes of donations.
5. Leading by example and providing excellent customer and supporter service.
6. Creating relationships with the local community to generate engagement and additional income.
7. Supporting the shop manager in organizing creative fundraising events.
8. Deputising for the superstore manager in their absence.
9. Performing manual handling and physical activity as required.
What are you looking for?
1. Commercial awareness with previous success in sales and profit targets.
2. Experience managing and inspiring a diverse team.
3. Comfort working within targets and motivating others.
4. The ability to multi-task in a high-volume retail environment.
5. Creativity and a desire for innovative ways of working.
6. Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
7. Flexibility to meet business needs while respecting personal life.
What will I gain?
We ensure you are supported by a generous salary and benefits package, career development opportunities, and high-quality tools and processes.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymized shortlisting process. CVs are required for all applications, but we won’t view them until inviting you for an interview. Complete the work history section of the online application form.
Owing to the nature of this position, any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.
For more information on this career opportunity, please visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk.
Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
About Us
As the world’s largest independent cancer research charity, we conduct research into cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Our aim is to see 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034. Cancer Research UK offers excellent career prospects and the ability to make a real difference.
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