Store Manager

We are a professional, family-run business based in the south east, seeking a Store Manager in our Ashford showroom.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment and previous managerial experience is essential.

Quality previous Carpet/ Flooring sales experience is also essential.

This role will involve but is not limited to:

• Maintaining and growing Store turnover
• Daily opening and closing of the store
• Assessing quality and safety within the store.
• Effective staff management
• Assisting customers with their purchase
• Organising sub-contractors
• Maintaining stock levels
• Handling customer calls/emails
• Keeping a presentable showroom
• General customer service
• Stock control duties, including cutting carpet.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

All candidates need to have:

• Previous managerial experience
• Strong leadership skills
• A clear knowledge of customer service
• Experience and confidence in both face to face and telephone customer handling
• Ability to learn and retain information quickly
• Ability to solve problems
• Good interpersonal skills
• Polite manner
• Ability to work as part of a team but show individual accountability

Full time, 5 days a week including weekends

SALARY Circa 32k-38k

A training period will be agreed upon at an existing store and all applicants will need to be able to travel for this.

Only on-line applications will be considered. Please DO NOT call the store.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £32,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Retail sales: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person