Deputy Store Manager Designate

1 week ago

Bournemouth, Bournemouth, United Kingdom Pets at Home Full time £28,000 - £35,000 per year

Full-time, £28,500 - £35,000 per annum

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Salary: £28,500 - £35,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time

Contracted Hours: 39

Contract Type: Permanent

Location:
2, Westover Retail Park, Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 3JS

Description
Deputy Store Manager Designate - Bournemouth Area - 39 Hours
Who are we?
We're
Pets at Home
– if you're someone who loves pets, you might know already know about our range of Pet Care Centres, Pets Grooming salons, and Vets for Pets practices around the UK. Our Pet Care Centres are community-focused pet care stores – where local people work with local pet owners and help local pets.

What's the role?
As a
Deputy Store Manager Designate
, as the Deputy Store Manager, you'll work closely with several Store Manager in the local area to oversee the store's day-to-day operations and ensure the best possible experience for our customers and their pets.

When the Store Manager is unavailable, you'll take full responsibility for the store, leading the team and managing all aspects of the business, from recruitment and performance management to stock control and maintaining our high standards.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

  • Inspiring and leading your team to create a fun, engaging, and customer-focused environment.
  • Driving sales performance and achieving key KPIs.
  • Overseeing store operations, including recruitment, stock management, and compliance with health and safety.
  • Acting as Duty Manager when the Store Manager is unavailable.
  • Leading by example and contributing to the store's overall success.

We'll provide comprehensive training and development opportunities to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service and care to our customers and their pets.

Who are we looking for?
We'd Love To Hear From You If You

  • Have at least 1 year of management experience in a retail environment.
  • Are passionate about retail and delivering exceptional results.
  • Are flexible to work a 7-day shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
  • Have excellent communication and leadership skills to engage and inspire your team.
  • Are ready to commit to 6 months of training, covering customer service, health and safety, and pet care.

Benefits
We reward our management team with a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being, including:

  • Annual bonus opportunities.
  • 28 days paid leave, rising to 33 days after 2 years (including bank holidays).
  • Your birthday off to celebrate in style.
  • Life assurance worth 4x your annual salary.
  • A 4% company pension contribution.
  • Colleague discounts, including 20% off Pets at Home and 30% off our own-brand products.

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Join Us
Pets just see people—they don't discriminate, and neither do we.
We celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and encourage you to be yourself. Even if your skills don't perfectly align, your unique contribution through your values and behaviours could make you a great fit for our team.

Don't wait—apply now We may close the vacancy early due to high interest.

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