JOB NEWS: Saltrock in Dalton Park is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to work on a Part-time or Full-time basis

Job Overview

• Job Title: Assistant Store Manager
• Employer: Saltrock
• Location: Dalton Park, Seaham, SR7 9HU
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part-time / Full-time
• Contract Hours: 32 hours per week
• Salary: See employer
• Sector: Retail Management / Fashion Retail

About Saltrock

• British coastal lifestyle brand established in 1988.
• Inspired by the Atlantic Ocean, North Devon coastline and outdoor living.
• Known for iconic prints, casual clothing and family-focused fashion.
• Designs products in the South West of England.
• Strong emphasis on fun, family, adventure and customer experience.

Role Summary

• Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day running of the store.
• Help drive sales performance and achieve store targets.
• Lead and motivate team members.
• Deliver excellent customer service standards.
• Support staff training and development.
• Maintain high visual merchandising and store presentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

Store Performance

• Support the Store Manager in achieving store KPIs.
• Help drive sales and commercial performance.
• Maximise sales opportunities through excellent customer engagement.
• Monitor store standards and operational performance.

Team Leadership

• Motivate and support team members.
• Assist with training and development of colleagues.
• Encourage a positive and customer-focused culture.
• Support day-to-day staff management.

Customer Service

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Create a welcoming and inviting store environment.
• Share product knowledge and recommendations.
• Provide information on product features, benefits and stock availability.

Visual Merchandising

• Merchandise products in line with brand guidelines.
• Maintain attractive product displays.
• Ensure stock remains tidy, organised and replenished.
• Support promotional activity and seasonal displays.

Store Operations

• Process sales transactions accurately.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Ensure the store remains safe and compliant.
• Process deliveries efficiently.
• Implement markdowns and price changes within required timescales.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience

• Minimum one year experience as:
  • Retail Assistant Manager, or
  • Retail Team Leader
• Previous retail experience.
• Strong customer service background.

Desirable Experience

• Experience managing a small team.
• Previous supervisory responsibilities within a retail environment.

Personal Qualities

• Friendly and approachable personality.
• Passion for retail and customer service.
• Enthusiasm for the Saltrock brand.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good organisational abilities.
• Understanding of visual merchandising principles.

Employee Benefits

Holiday Entitlement

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Additional 2 days holiday after five years’ service.
• Holiday entitlement provided on a pro-rata basis for part-time employees.

Staff Benefits

• Uniform allowance.
• 50% discount on Saltrock products.

Career Development

• Opportunity to develop management experience.
• Work within a growing national retail brand.
• Gain leadership and commercial retail experience.

Suitable For

• Retail Team Leaders seeking progression.
• Existing Assistant Managers looking for a new opportunity.
• Fashion and lifestyle retail professionals.
• Customer-focused retail supervisors.
• Candidates with experience leading small retail teams.

Key Facts at a Glance

• Role: Assistant Store Manager
• Employer: Saltrock
• Area: Seaham (Dalton Park)
• Hours: 32 per week
• Contract: Permanent
• Sector: Retail Management
• Experience Required: Minimum one year in a supervisory retail role
• Benefits: 33 days holiday, staff discount, uniform allowance and career development opportunities.

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