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Customer and Trading Manager - Small Supermarket

Description

We are seeking a Customer and Trading Manager to lead our small supermarket team in Carrickfergus, County Antrim. As a Customer and Trading Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the store, often being the only manager on site with full accountability for the shop.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with a small team of managers to ensure the store runs smoothly every day.
  • Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the store, often being the only manager in with accountability for the full shop.
  • Work alongside a team to complete all tasks, ensuring customers are served efficiently and safely.
  • Manage performance and capability, conduct disciplinaries, and ensure scheduling and pay are accurate.
  • Occasionally assist another store in the network.

Requirements:

  • Previous line management experience in a fast-paced, operational environment.
  • Proven track record of delivering excellent customer service and coaching colleagues to do the same.
  • Experience of leading a team in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
  • Operational leadership skills, with ability to take responsibility for store operations in the absence of more senior managers.
  • Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding KPIs.
  • Experience of managing employee relations issues, including performance and absence management.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary of £31,700.
  • 10% discount off shopping at Sainsbury's, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday.
  • Annual bonus scheme based on company and individual performance.
  • Free food and hot drinks provided in all stores.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, maternity and paternity leave.
  • Pension scheme with company match of 4-7.5% of contributions.
  • Sainsbury's share scheme.
  • Wellbeing support, including emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice.
  • Colleague networks and Cycle to Work scheme.

Skills

Required

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