Store Manager Designate

Company: Mole Valley Farmers
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Location: Piercebridge
Job Description:

Description

We’re looking for a flexible and customer‑focused Store Manager Designate to support our stores across the region. This is a key leadership role where you’ll work alongside store management teams to drive success, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and develop talent. If you’re passionate about retail, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Application Information

Application Deadline: 16 April 2026

Department: Operations

Location: Piercebridge

Contract & Hours

Contract: PermanentHours: Full‑time – 40 Hours per week

About The Role

As Store Manager Designate, you’ll play a vital role in supporting multiple stores, helping to deliver business plans, drive KPIs, and ensure operational excellence. You’ll lead by example, create a positive and solution‑focused environment, and make sure every interaction reflects our values: customer first, innovative, knowledgeable, honest, committed, and courageous.

Key Responsibilities

  • Working with Store Managers to deliver business plans focused on growth and commercial success
  • Assisting in driving KPI results across stores and engaging teams in achieving performance goals
  • Supporting stock control, seasonal promotions, and merchandising to maximise sales opportunities
  • Coaching and developing colleagues to build strong succession plans for the future
  • Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and training to maintain compliance and nurture talent
  • Helping organise daily operations and manage store security
  • Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and company procedures

About You

  • At least 2 years’ proven management experience within a comparable retail role
  • Proven track record of delivering sales targets and managing budgets
  • Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock control, and customer service
  • Skilled in problem‑solving and decision‑making under pressure
  • Strong commercial awareness, including analysing sales trends and identifying growth opportunities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and engage colleagues
  • Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development
  • A natural leader with a customer‑first mindset and a passion for delivering outstanding service
  • Current driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

What We Offer

  • Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
Posted: March 23rd, 2026