Retail Management Trainee

4 weeks ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Farmfoods Full time

Are you a motivated and ambitious individual looking to progress into a management role in retail? We are seeking a Trainee Shop Manager to join our team at Farmfoods.

This 18-month training programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful retail manager. You will work alongside an experienced shop manager, developing your practical skills in retail management, and take on full responsibility for one of our shops in the Milton Keynes area.

As a Trainee Shop Manager, you will be responsible for motivating and guiding your team to achieve success and efficiency. You will also be accountable for ensuring that customers are looked after and shop routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean and tidy shop.

In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive a salary of £29,897.68 - £35,000, a retail manager level 4 apprenticeship standard qualification, paid time to complete your apprenticeship coursework, great training and support, 30 days holiday each year, 15% staff discount to use in any of our shops, free life assurance, and a workplace pension.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading by example and getting stuck in with the day-to-day tasks involved in running one of our busy shops
  • Controlling key costs including payroll, shrinkage and waste
  • Meeting standards in relation to customer service, cash handling, health & safety, stock management, merchandising and presentation
  • Recruitment, training and development of your team

About you:

We are looking for a committed, highly motivated, passionate person who has the drive and ambition to keep learning and developing in their career. You will be a 'people person' who finds it easy to get on with everyone and is able to build strong working relationships with the people you work with.

As one of our Trainee Shop Managers, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment. You will work towards a Level 4 Retail Manager apprenticeship qualification with Babcock Training, our approved training provider, and receive support with upskilling your Maths and English (if required).

This is an exciting opportunity for a career at Farmfoods. We always look to promote our team members internally, and many people in management and central services positions at Farmfoods started their careers in our shops.



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