Assistant Retail Manager

Company: Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Cambridgeshire
Job Description:

 Step into an exciting opportunity as an **Assistant Retail Manager** and take your career to the next level. This role offers a dynamic environment where your leadership skills will shine, your ability to drive sales will be celebrated, and your passion for customer service will make a real impact. With a focus on professional growth, team development, and operational excellence, this position provides a platform to thrive in a competitive retail industry while contributing to the success of a well-regarded organisation.  

The salary with bonus is excellent and compensates for the weekend working (although some flexibility is available). 

 

What You Will Do:

 

– Assist in achieving and maintaining sales targets and margins, ensuring the team is motivated to deliver results.

– Support the store manager in monitoring and implementing company policies and procedures effectively.

– Conduct performance reviews and KPI assessments for the team in the manager’s absence.

– Coach, train, and develop the sales team to ensure high standards of customer service and operational efficiency.

– Manage stock movements, prepare for stock takes, and ensure daily stock tasks are completed.

– Maintain and enhance store merchandising, ensuring it aligns with the brand and drives business growth.

 

What You Will Bring:

 

– Proven experience in a retail management or leadership role.

– Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate a team.

– A keen eye for detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service.

– Ability to manage stock effectively and uphold merchandising standards.

– A results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving sales and margin targets.

 

As an **Assistant Retail Manager**, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of the store. You will inspire your team to excel, ensuring customers enjoy a rewarding experience while driving business growth. This company values innovation, customer satisfaction, and professional development, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to make their mark in the retail sector.

As a retail sales professional this role will work weekends, with 2 days off in the week, there is flexibility to swap some days but not every weekend.  Hours are 40 hours per week, 10.00-7.00 with 1-2 late nights per week enjoying a later start time.  

Location:

 

This role is based in a vibrant retail setting, offering an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

 

Interested?:

 

If you’re ready to take the next step in your retail career and make a real difference, apply now to become an **Assistant Retail Manager**. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and elevate your professional journey!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Posted: April 7th, 2026