Assistant Store Leader

Assistant Store Leader page is loaded Assistant Store Leaderlocations: United Kingdom, Leicester (Store)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: April 17, 2026 (25 days left to apply)job requisition id: RAssistant Store Leader Turn Your Passion for Cycling into a Career That Moves You Forward, at our Specialized Leicester Store At Specialized UK Retail, we're not just a leading cycle retailer - we're a community driven by purpose, passion, and people. As part of Specialized UK Limited, our stores go beyond the traditional bike shop experience by delivering industry-leading service powered by a team that truly cares.We're looking for individuals who share our love for cycling, but also bring their own unique energy, ideas, and experiences. Whether you're a seasoned rider or simply passionate about helping others find joy on two wheels, we want to empower you to thrive. Join us, and you'll find more than just a job-you'll discover a rewarding career with room to grow, a team that supports you, and a workplace where your individuality is not only welcomed, but celebrated! Location: SPECIALIZED LEICESTER RETAIL STORE, EVERARDS MEADOWS ,LE19 2AN Full-time, 40 hours per week Job Summary As a key member of the Specialized UK Retail Team, the Assistant Store Leader plays a vital role in maintaining operational excellence and driving strong sales performance. You will support the Store Leader across all areas of the business while developing and demonstrating your own leadership style. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- what you'll be doing day-to-day Ensuring customer satisfaction and the smooth running of shifts by supporting Store Leader Driving the team to deliver on KPI performance metrics Key holder and alarm contact Issuing daily duties to the team and following-up for completion and compliance Stock and inventory management, accuracy and amendments Investigations under the disciplinary process Ensuring the effective scheduling of staff, and taking action to address issues where required Awareness and responsibility for security of stock and staff Ensuring teammates are compliant with training and legality as required e.g. H&S processes, SU access and completions Banking and reporting to finance team WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN Excellent customer service focus Strong market knowledge within the cycle and leisure industry Commercially astute to identify and exploit opportunities in order to serve the local community and our riders Authentic ties to communities relevant to the brand and an understanding of the social, cultural and environmental context we operate in Highly capable in sales with a desire to meet and exceed budgeted revenue and profit targets Strategically capable, particularly when the Store Leader is unavailable, prepared to take responsibility for actions whilst leading the team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with riders and teammates alike Consistently seeking to improve own performance and that of others Demonstrates self-motivation and awareness Operationally proficient in I.T. skills using EPOS and similar Citrus experience preferred but not essential REPORTING TO Store Leader We have a competitive benefits package which includes; Bike Loan Scheme Bike & Apparel Purchase Policy Discounted Sport Brand Purchases Employee Assistance Programme, including your immediate family Enhanced Annual Leave Enhanced Absence Policy Annual Merit Review Company Events Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.