Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager - Carrickfergus

Full Time Permanent

Position Summary

We now have an exciting, permanent vacancy for an Assistant Store Manager within our Architectural Coatings division. We're looking for a customer-focused individual to become a key member of our friendly and supportive team. Previous experience in a customer-facing environment and a good understanding of IT systems is desirable, but not essential, as we will support you with in-store training.

Why you'll love working here

• Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
• Competitive bonus structure starting at 12% for achieving budget, with potential to earn up to 42% of your salary for overachieving budget
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
• Guaranteed 39 hours pay per week with overtime or lieu time available
• Great work/life balance: Stores closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with no late evenings after 5pm
• Generous company pension contributions
• Excellent career progression: We develop our people with online opportunities and the PPG Training Academy
• Company-funded private healthcare plan, with options to extend coverage to family members
• Generous staff discount on paint and decorating tools at Johnstone's Decorating Centre
• Colleague recognition program that recognises and rewards our colleagues
• Inclusive and engaging workplace - We foster a culture of inclusion for all
• Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme

A day in the life

As an Assistant Store Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Deputise for the Store Manager in all operational and staffing issues
• Provide a high level of customer service and ensure this is maintained by all staff at all times
• Undertake all required training to confidently select the correct product for customers' needs and promote our brand
• Be aware of all promotional activity and contribute to achieving sales targets
• Ensure all health and safety regulations are adhered to
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the store
• Oversee and be accountable for stock entering or leaving the premises
• Process cash and card payments, place orders and check stock

Key Skills

• Previous experience in a customer-facing environment is desirable
• Good communications skills with a positive customer-focused attitude
• Good understanding of IT systems
• Flexibility towards working hours and duties
• Driving license is desirable

If you meet this criteria, or would like to learn more about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.