General Manager

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Spean Bridge Woollen Mill is part of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill and delivers quality products and excellent service with over 200 retail stores nationwide.

What’s in it for you?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects
  • Work in a supportive and dynamic team
  • Company Pension

As General Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall success of the store, leading a dedicated team and ensuring our customers enjoy a first‑class shopping experience. This role is ideal for a proactive and commercially aware retail leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys the challenge of managing a high‑turnover, tourist‑driven store. Fashion retail experience is a plus, but not essential — full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive Sales & Profitability: Lead your team to exceed sales targets while keeping operational costs in line with budgets.
  • Run Daily Operations: Ensure smooth and efficient day‑to‑day running of the store in accordance with company standards.
  • Customer Experience: Guarantee an exceptional level of service is delivered at all times.
  • Team Leadership: Motivate, coach, and develop your team, creating a positive and productive store environment.
  • Commercial Insight: React to local customer needs and trends to maximise opportunities, especially during peak tourist seasons.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Commercial Awareness: Understanding of the retail landscape and ability to spot opportunities for business growth.
  • Strong Leadership: Confident in leading, motivating, and supporting your team.
  • Sales Focus: A hands‑on, proactive approach to customer engagement and achieving sales.
  • Commitment to Training: Passionate about nurturing team talent and supporting professional development.

Join Spean Bridge Woollen Mill and become part of a growing, customer‑focused business where your skills and ideas can make a real difference.

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Company: Edinburgh Woollen Mill
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Location: Spean Bridge
Job Description:

Spean Bridge Woollen Mill is part of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill and delivers quality products and excellent service with over 200 retail stores nationwide.

What’s in it for you?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects
  • Work in a supportive and dynamic team
  • Company Pension

As General Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall success of the store, leading a dedicated team and ensuring our customers enjoy a first‑class shopping experience. This role is ideal for a proactive and commercially aware retail leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys the challenge of managing a high‑turnover, tourist‑driven store. Fashion retail experience is a plus, but not essential — full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive Sales & Profitability: Lead your team to exceed sales targets while keeping operational costs in line with budgets.
  • Run Daily Operations: Ensure smooth and efficient day‑to‑day running of the store in accordance with company standards.
  • Customer Experience: Guarantee an exceptional level of service is delivered at all times.
  • Team Leadership: Motivate, coach, and develop your team, creating a positive and productive store environment.
  • Commercial Insight: React to local customer needs and trends to maximise opportunities, especially during peak tourist seasons.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Commercial Awareness: Understanding of the retail landscape and ability to spot opportunities for business growth.
  • Strong Leadership: Confident in leading, motivating, and supporting your team.
  • Sales Focus: A hands‑on, proactive approach to customer engagement and achieving sales.
  • Commitment to Training: Passionate about nurturing team talent and supporting professional development.

Join Spean Bridge Woollen Mill and become part of a growing, customer‑focused business where your skills and ideas can make a real difference.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: May 18th, 2026