Retail Stores Manager

As a Store Manager, you’ll have full accountability of leading and developing the team whilst maximising store performance. We encourage development and progression from within, and we work hard to create opportunities through initiatives like our management training programme, giving colleagues the scope to accelerate their careers. Set operational objectives and performance standards by owning and developing a store plan to deliver a safe, legal and high-performing business

• Identify business opportunities and deliver operational performance
• Drive the promotion of Southern Co-op by actively engaging with and supporting local organisations and the community
• Previous management experience within a food retail or similar fast-paced operation
• Able to demonstrate commercial awareness and business planning skills
• Proven people management skills
• Enthusiastic and flexible with a positive attitude
• Committed to develop own skills and apply learning to improve own performance
• Full UK Driving Licence (desired not essential)

Colleague referral scheme

• 20% discount in store
• 34 days annual leave increasing to a maximum of 39 days after 5 years (including Bank Holidays)
• Generous bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Share incentive plan
• Paid time off to do charity volunteering

We’re an independent Co-op, operating across the south of England running convenience food stores, funeral homes, crematoria, natural/woodland burial grounds and a Starbucks coffee franchise. We’re owned by our members, have over 4,000 colleagues and a purpose of working together for the benefit of our communities. This is achieved through investment in our communities, action we take to protect the environment and our support for local food producers. #