Poundland
Assistant Store Manager Opportunity
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, inspire, and excel creating amazing value everyday!
- Vital link between the Store Manager and the store team, shaping the experiences of both the team and customers.
- Drive sales and use creative flair in merchandising on and off plan to showcase value on GM and FMCG products.
- Create an environment that embodies core values: love our customers, care for our colleagues, protect the pounds (and euros).
- Leading daily huddles to ensure commercial objectives (sales, service, and shrink) are communicated and achieved.
- Ensure all products are priced, merchandised, and maintained for smooth store operations.
- Managing new colleagues’ inductions and collaborating with supervisors to drive ongoing training and development.
- Deliver excellent customer service consistently to the highest standards, going above and beyond.
- Maintain a safe environment for the team, following all policies and procedures.
- Supporting the store team and working alongside the Store Manager.
Skills and Expertise
- Proven leadership and motivational skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Merchandising and stock management experience.
- Sales drive and focus.
- Management of team inductions and training.
- Experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
Job Facilities/Benefits
- Retail Management Bonus Scheme.
- Professional development, including Retail Manager Level 3 qualification opportunity (apprenticeship).
- Comprehensive induction plan and in-house development programmes.
- Four-week rota schedule.
- Holiday allowance increasing yearly (up to 33 days) plus a birthday day off.
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits and life assurance.
- In-store discount (10%) and exclusive colleague online discounts.
- Year-round initiatives for colleague recognition and rewards.
- Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.