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Assistant Manager Amazing Showroom £32-35k base Earnings over £45-50k We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager for a retailer well known for their sales and customer service standards within assisted sales and big-ticket retail. With a basic salary circa £32-35k and realistic earning potential of over £45k OTE, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where service a click apply for full job details

Product Executive Kirkham c 35,000 Monday - Friday - 9.00am - 5.30pm - Office based Are you currently working within buying, product coordination or product management and looking for a role where you can genuinely influence products from concept through to launch? We are recruiting for a highly creative and fast-paced business seeking a commercially minded and organised Product Executive to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong creative eye who enjoys working on multiple projects, managing critical paths and liaising with factories and suppliers to bring products to life. The role could suit someone currently working as an Assistant Buyer, Buyer, Product Coordinator, Assistant Product Manager or similar within a creative product-led environment such as homeware, toys, gifting, fashion, accessories or lifestyle products etc The Role This is a cradle-to-grave product role involving the coordination and development of products from initial concept and sourcing through to production and launch. Key responsibilities include: Managing critical paths across multiple product launches Liaising directly with factories and suppliers to ensure timelines are achieved Supporting sourcing, costing and product development activity Coordinating samples, packaging and approvals Researching trends, competitor products and market opportunities Working closely with internal design, sales and marketing teams Supporting pricing and commercial decisions Monitoring product progress and resolving issues proactively Assisting with showroom preparation and customer presentations About You Previous experience within buying, product, sourcing or product coordination Experience within a creative or consumer-led industry such as toys, homeware, gifting, fashion, accessories or lifestyle products Strong organisational skills with experience managing critical paths Confident communicating with factories and suppliers Commercially aware with excellent attention to detail Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously Positive, proactive and adaptable approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and creative environment where you will have genuine involvement in bringing products from idea through to launch. To apply, please send your CV for immediate consideration.

Excellent opportunity for 2 Assistant Buying Managers to join a well-established company based in Watford 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE. Assistant Buying Manager - Gifting & Drinkware Assistant Buying Manager - Apparel Salary: £28,000-£30,000 (DOE) Progression: Up to £35,000 within 12-18 months Job Type: Full-time / 09:00 - 18:00 Monday to Thursday & 09:00 - 16:30 Friday Location: Watford. Free on-site parking Benefits: Casual dress, free on-site parking, early finishes on Fridays, annual leave, clear progression opportunities About the Role The company is seeking 2 proactive Buying Managers. The Buying Manager will support their individual departments as below; Gifting & Drinkware - to support the development and production of licensed gifting products, including stationery, pens, keychains, drinkware, and accessories. Apparel - to support the development and production of licensed apparel ranges for major global brands and retailers. This role is suited to someone with previous experience in buying, sourcing, or production who wants to pursue a long-term career in Buying. You will gain hands-on experience across product development, supplier management, costings, and category planning while working with global factories and retailers, with clear progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities - Gifting & Drinkware Product Development Support the development of licensed gifting and drinkware products Assist with materials, specifications, artwork coordination, and sampling Coordinate product approvals and revisions with suppliers Ensure products meet retailer and licensor requirements Production & Supplier Management Liaise with overseas factories in China & other regions. Track production schedules and maintain critical paths Identify and escalate production risks or delays Support packaging, labelling, and compliance processes Buying & Commercial Support Assist with costings, pricing, and margin tracking Maintain Excel trackers and buying sheets Support product selection and range planning General Support Collaborate with internal teams across design, logistics, and sales Assist with shipment and delivery coordination Help improve operational processes and workflows Key Responsibilities - Apparel Support the development of licensed apparel products Assist with fabrics, trims, garment specifications, and sampling Coordinate approvals, comments, and revisions with factories Ensure products meet brand, retailer, and compliance standards Communicate daily with overseas factories in Bangladesh, China, and India Track production timelines and maintain critical paths Identify and escalate delays, quality issues, or risks Support packaging, labelling, and compliance processes Assist with costings, pricing, and margin tracking Maintain Excel buying sheets and production trackers Support range building and product selection Work cross-functionally with design, sales, and logistics teams Assist with shipment and delivery coordination Contribute to operational and process improvements Requirements Essential 2+ years' experience in buying, sourcing, or production Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Good Excel skills Strong communication and multitasking abilities Fluent English UK work authorisation with a minimum of 1.5 years remaining Desirable Experience in gifting, stationery, accessories, or drinkware Experience working with overseas factories Understanding of materials and product specifications Knowledge of compliance standards including CE and UKCA Mandarin or additional languages Working Pattern Office-based in Watford (WD24) First 3 months fully office-based Up to 2 days WFH after probation Apply If you already have relevant experience and want to grow your career in Buying within a fast-moving licensed consumer products business, apply now.

Store Manager Fashion Retail Muswell Hill Up to 35,000 + Bonus Store Manager Opportunity Are you an experienced Store Manager, Assistant Manager or Retail Leader looking for your next challenge in fashion retail? We're recruiting for a Store Manager to join a successful fashion retail store in Muswell Hill. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate retailer who enjoys leading from the front, developing people and delivering an exceptional customer experience. This isn't a role for someone who prefers to stay in the background. We're looking for a hands on Store Manager who thrives in a fast paced environment, isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up and can drive sales, standards and team performance while creating a positive and engaging culture. What's in it for you? Salary up to 35,000 plus bonus Generous staff discount 28 days holiday including bank holidays Genuine career progression opportunities Join a growing and successful retail business Supportive leadership team and positive culture The Store Manager Role As Store Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day to day running of the store. You'll lead, inspire and develop your team while driving commercial performance and maintaining exceptional standards across the business. Key responsibilities include: Leading and motivating the team to achieve sales targets Delivering outstanding customer service and customer experience Driving KPI performance and commercial results Managing stock control, deliveries and replenishment Maintaining excellent visual merchandising standards Coaching and developing team members to reach their potential Managing recruitment, onboarding and training Taking ownership of store operations and compliance Ensuring operational excellence across all areas of the business Building a high performing and engaged team culture About You To be successful in this Store Manager role, you'll have: Previous experience as a Store Manager, Branch Manager, Assistant Manager or Deputy Manager within a retail environment A strong track record of delivering sales growth and KPI performance Experience coaching, developing and motivating teams The ability to lead from the front in a fast paced retail environment Strong organisational and communication skills A positive, energetic and proactive approach to leadership A passion for customer service and delivering results This Store Manager opportunity would suit someone from fashion, lifestyle, footwear, accessories, beauty or premium retail who is looking to develop their career with a growing business. If you're an ambitious Store Manager looking for your next challenge in Muswell Hill, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. BBBH35972

Job Title: Business Development Executive Location: Birmingham - Hybrid opportunities available Salary: £35,608 - £37,694 per annum - SS5 Job type: Permanent, Full-time UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: Join University College Birmingham at a pivotal moment as we build a new Business and Employer Engagement team designed to put industry partnerships at the heart of the UCB experience. This new function will drive a step-change in how the University works with employers - connecting businesses with talent, skills, enterprise, innovation and specialist expertise across our academic schools. Whether through placements, apprenticeships, CPD, consultancy, live projects, events, CRM insight or student enterprise, this team will turn UCB's 'Putting Knowledge to Work' strategy into visible impact for students, employers and the wider region. We are looking for ambitious, commercially minded and collaborative people who want to help shape something new, build meaningful partnerships, and play a direct role in opening opportunities for students and businesses alike. As Business Development Executive, you will provide vital support across UCB's new Business and Employer Engagement team, helping to identify, develop and progress opportunities with employers and external partners. You will support market scanning, proposals, tenders, CRM activity, stakeholder communications, events and reporting, ensuring opportunities move smoothly from initial conversation to meaningful outcome. This is a brilliant role for someone organised, proactive and commercially curious who wants to build a career in business development, partnerships or employer engagement. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions -20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Hybrid working opportunities Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education Closing Date - 31st May 2026 Interview Date - 11th June 2026 The University is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of New Business Sales, Lead Generation, Partnerships Manager, Client Success, Sales Account Assistant, Student Placement Sales, Partnership Engagement will also be considered for this role.

Deputy Garden Centre Manager Wickford Hours : Full-time, 45 hours, alternate weekends Salary : Flexible If you love the fast pace of garden retail, enjoy being part of a close-knit team, and get real satisfaction from creating a great customer experience, this could be the perfect next step for you. We're looking for an Assistant Garden Centre Manager to join one of the UK's most respected garden centre groups. This is a hands-on role in a busy, well-established centre where you'll have the chance to really get involved in all aspects of the business, supporting the team, driving standards, and helping the centre continue to grow and succeed. Working closely with the Garden Centre Manager, you'll play a big part in the day-to-day running of the site. Whether you're out on the shop floor during busy trading periods, helping with merchandising and seasonal displays, managing stock, or supporting and motivating the team, you'll be someone people naturally turn to. It's the kind of role where no two days are ever the same. One day, you might be helping to reorganise a department in preparation for a seasonal launch; the next, you'll be supporting the team through a busy weekend rush or coming up with new ideas to improve the customer experience. They're looking for someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in high standards, and genuinely enjoys leading people in a busy retail environment. In return, you'll be joining a supportive business where your ideas are welcomed, your hard work is recognised, and there's real opportunity to develop your career long term. What you'll be doing: Supporting the day-to-day running of the entire centre alongside the Garden Centre Manager Leading and motivating the team to deliver excellent customer service and strong commercial results Taking responsibility for key departments, including merchandising, stock control, and availability Supporting seasonal changes and bringing creative ideas to displays and layouts Acting as a keyholder, including opening, closing, and operational responsibilities Organising workloads and supporting the team during peak trading periods Assisting with ordering, performance analysis, and maintaining high retail standards Supporting compliance across health & safety and company procedures What they're looking for: Previous retail management or supervisory experience, ideally within a garden centre, horticulture, DIY, or specialist retail environment A hands-on leader who enjoys being part of the day-to-day operation Strong people skills with the ability to motivate and organise a team Commercial awareness with a good understanding of sales, stock, and customer service A passion for retail and creating a welcoming environment for customers Plant knowledge or an interest in gardening would be a bonus, but not essential Why join? Be part of a highly regarded and growing garden centre group Supportive, friendly team culture with opportunities to develop your career Staff discounts across products and restaurant facilities Company benefits including pension scheme, bonus opportunities, and free onsite parking A business that values autonomy, ideas, and internal progression opportunities If you enjoy variety and thrive in a busy retail environment, reach out to Elleanna at (url removed)!

A leading international consumer products brand is seeking an experienced Assistant Digital Marketing Manager to join its UK marketing team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a digitally focused marketing professional to play a key role in delivering marketing initiatives across multiple online channels, supporting brand growth, customer engagement, and e-commerce performance. Working closely with the Digital Marketing Manager, Sales Teams, and wider European marketing functions, you will support the execution of digital marketing strategies, optimise online content, and help deliver impactful multi-channel campaigns. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of digital marketing, online content management, and e-commerce platforms, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. Key Responsibilities Support the management and distribution of digital content and online assets across multiple platforms. Ensure brand and product messaging remains accurate, consistent, and optimised for search engines (SEO). Assist in the planning and execution of integrated digital marketing campaigns. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to create, manage, and optimise website content and marketplace listings. Coordinate the creation of digital assets for websites, email campaigns, social media channels, and paid advertising activities. Work closely with international marketing teams to support wider business objectives and marketing strategies. Monitor campaign performance and contribute to continuous optimisation initiatives. Support additional marketing projects and activities as required. About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: A minimum of 5 years' experience in a Digital Marketing role. Strong understanding of digital marketing channels and content management. Experience working with e-commerce platforms, online retailers, Amazon Advertising, or marketplace environments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and project management abilities. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confidence working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Desirable Skills Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Knowledge of digital analytics platforms and online reporting tools. Experience within consumer products, retail, DIY, home improvement, or FMCG sectors would be advantageous. What's on Offer Opportunity to join a recognised international consumer brand. Exposure to multi-channel digital marketing campaigns and e-commerce initiatives. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Valuable experience working across UK and international marketing functions. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a digitally savvy marketing professional looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

ROLE: Trade Counter Assistant / Driver HOURS: 44 per Week - Permanent Role, 7am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, 8am - 12pm on a Saturday Rota SALARY: £29,080.48 basic salary per year BONUS/OTE: Realistic total earning potential of up to £32,680.48 per year BENEFITS: Healthcare Cash Plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, High Street Discounts, Staff Discount BASE: Site Based Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us. Our Trade Branch Network roles offer a host of benefits, unlike many other Trade Networks. We are working hard to support your work/life balance in the following ways: We have a Christmas shutdown period We only work occasional Saturdays, on a rota basis We don't open our branches on Sundays Our branches close at 4:30pm during the week, we support your work/life balance! We offer a FREE Healthcare plan for all our employees Exceptional monthly Branch Bonus Industry leading induction and training programmes Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career Our Trade Branch Network offers genuine opportunities to make a difference, and provides many exciting career pathways within Eurocell. WHAT OUR TRADE COUNTER ASSISTANTS DO: Our Trade Counter Assistants are hands-on, lead by example, and work closely with the Branch Manager and Branch Supervisor in day to day branch operations Responsible for trade counter sales to achieve sales targets, confidently communicating product knowledge to customers Provide exceptional customer service and support to new and existing customers Picking, loading and delivering products to customers via Eurocell's 3.5 tonne flatbed trucks and LWB vans Responsible for route planning, safe driving and keeping the Company vehicle clean Supporting the Branch Manager with actions and activities on time, in full Compliance with Health and Safety, company policies and procedures Ensure excellence in customer service, operational standards and Branch sales targets are achieved Support the delivery of sales targets whilst developing and maintaining positive customer relationships Assist with the delivery of branch operations Provide support and assistance to Branch colleagues as required Maintain branch standards - including warehouse and stock management, front of house cleanliness and point of sale WHAT WE NEED FROM OUR TRADE COUNTER ASSISTANTS: Passion and energy to deliver exceptional customer service and achieve business targets A hands-on customer focused approach, confident and happy to serve customers and proactively engage with potential future customers A commercial approach to drive sales and maximise margins, whilst ensuring our customers always walk away happy Good organisational skills, with ability to prioritise and use own initiative Confident IT user, with experience of MS Office and industry standard software eg SAP A full and valid driving license is essential, and a FLT licence could be a distinct advantage Previous branch stock take experience could be a distinct advantage Comfortable to work in a small team and on occasion, alone Experience within a similar role ideally in a trade / builders merchant /retail, glazing or uPVC environment could be a distinct advantage WHAT WE OFFER OUR TRADE COUNTER ASSISTANTS: You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary An excellent monthly bonus scheme 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year Free Healthcare plan for all employees Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success Company Pension Plan Employee discount on Eurocell products Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career

About Our Client: Our esteemed client, one of the UK's foremost independent timber and building supplies merchants with a strong presence in the South East, is seeking an Assistant Manager to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity arises due to an internal promotion within their top-performing branch. Position Overview: As an Assistant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales for the branch and managing the branch when the Branch Manager is absent. Your responsibilities encompass managing staff, generating sales, motivating the sales team, and delivering exceptional service to trade and retail customers, with a primary focus on converting customer inquiries into sales. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership: Motivate and lead internal sales staff to achieve excellence. Branch Management: Step in for the Branch Manager when needed, ensuring the seamless operation of the branch. Customer Engagement: Respond to incoming calls and provide face-to-face support at the trade counter. Sales Success: Turn initial customer inquiries into sales, generate and send quotes, and expertly manage the customer relationship management (CRM) system, proactively pursuing warm leads and opportunities. Technical Expertise: Offer technical advice, support, and outstanding after-sales service to customers. Customer Growth: Identify opportunities to boost annual spending from existing customers, nurturing strong and lasting trade relationships. Administrative Efficiency: Manage daily administrative tasks, including staff rotas. Candidate Requirements: Our client thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and is looking for individuals who possess both the skills and the ambition to grow with their business. The ideal candidate should: Have prior experience in a builders merchants environment and a deep understanding of trade and retail customer needs. Exhibit strong sales skills, with a determination to succeed and a self-driven approach. Possess excellent product knowledge, warm management style, and the ability to forge lasting customer relationships. Demonstrate IT proficiency, with the capacity to swiftly adapt to new systems and enter data accurately. Benefits: Competitive Salary: Our client offers a competitive annual salary of £55,000 , rewarding your valuable contributions. Usual Benefits: In addition to the salary, you will receive typical benefits such as healthcare, pension, ensuring your well-being and work-life balance. Apply Now: If you're excited about this opportunity to work with our esteemed client and play a crucial role in the success and growth of their top-performing branch, we invite you to apply immediately. We look forward to meeting you and witnessing your potential to make a difference. Join our client in building a brighter future together!

Operations Assistant Hours: Monday to Friday open to 4 or 5 days per week for the right candidate Benefits: Team treats; Employee and Length of service rewards; Medical Cashback Scheme; Pension; Fully Funded "Job Specific" Qualifications About the Role We re looking for an Operations Assistant to support the smooth running of the business. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you ll help coordinate operations, improve processes, and keep everything organised and moving. You ll work closely with the Managing Director, Senior Leadership Team, and Consultants to provide high-quality administrative and operational support. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate day-to-day internal activity, tasks, and priorities. Support the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team with operational duties. Manage internal systems to track projects, deadlines, and client activity. Maintain consistency across templates, documents, proposals, and pricing materials. Support the sales process with accurate proposals and documentation. Coordinate diaries, meetings, and schedules. Produce reports on activity, performance, and time tracking. Support client engagement and follow-ups. Help identify and implement process improvements. Support internal comms including social media / blog coordination. Provide general admin support including meeting notes. Assist with office coordination (supplies, facilities, etc.). Handle incoming calls and messages professionally. About You: Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Confident working with senior stakeholders. Proactive and self-motivated. Comfortable using Microsoft 365 and business systems. Previous admin / operations experience. Interest in HR and/or recruitment. What We re Looking For: Positive, professional and reliable. Adaptable and solutions focused. Strong team player with a collaborative mindset. Alignment with our internal Values Authentic, Committed, Fearless, Refreshing, Wild. Career Development Potential progression into: Executive Assistant HR Consultant pathway Recruitment Consultant pathway Operations Manager

JOB TITLE: Retail Manager LOCATION: Alderley Edge DATE WRITTEN: May 2026 ACCOUNTABLE TO: Retail Area Manager PRIMARY PURPOSE: To manage an Age UK Cheshire Charity Shop located in the Cheshire area, ensuring efficient and effective management of colleagues, volunteers, premises, sales, and stock to provide a high-quality retail service in relation to agreed performance targets. To achieve the maximum potential of funds for Age UK Cheshire by achieving charity retail standards and community engagement. To ensure all appropriate standards of security and health and safety are met. To organise and manage the day-to-day operations of the store including effective communication with the Head of Retail and reporting of relevant data. Main Duties: 1. To ensure that the Age UK Cheshire Charity Shop achieves required standards of performance and agreed sales targets: Maximisation of sales through stock rotation, correct pricing, brand awareness and merchandising, to use the full potential of the stock available to you. To gain Gift Aid on eligible donations to Age UK Cheshire to maximise funds for the charity in line with HMRC guidelines. This includes signing up new donors to the scheme and selling stock accordingly. Responsible for managing, training, and developing the Assistant Retail Manager to achieve pre-set objectives. Support, train, and coordinate the work of volunteers in the shop as required. Working with the Assistant Retail Manager to ensure that the shop complies with all the relevant legislation, trading standards and health and safety. Ensuring stock from donors is correctly received and stored within the shop. Working with the Area Retail Manager to make certain of timely collections and suitable deliveries to merchandise appropriately and safely. Administrative systems and working practices to include daily and weekly sales reports, charity log and financial information. Identify stock which can maximise income when sold via e-commerce, auctions, or other sales opportunities. To plan and prioritise special promotions, seasonal adjustments, and sale events. Ensuring professional signage throughout the shop; to be clear and on brand. Engage with the Retail Operations Manager regularly to create a cohesive working relationship with the wider retail team in order to gain support and advice 2. Maintain a high level of commercial awareness by staying informed of sales trends, stock position and local competition. 3. To work as a member of the wider retail team to ensure that all shops across the region are covered appropriately. Have a flexible approach to days worked and location, to provide support to other colleagues and providing holiday cover for the Assistant Retail Manager. 4. To participate in recruitment, induction, training and deployment of colleagues and volunteers. To work with other organisations when necessary to ensure compliance with all legislation and good practice. 5. To develop and manage designated volunteers through appropriate training and development, to ensure that they can take responsibility for the running of the shop in the absence of paid colleagues, including holiday cover if necessary. 6. Implement the highest standards of customer care and service. 7. To maximise income by participating in fundraising and trading opportunities. 8. To take responsibility for the shop to implement shop procedures, as follows: - To act as a key holder at an assigned location To prepare the shop for opening by the correct time To close the shop at the correct time and ensuring the shop is secure before leaving To assist in the acquisition of donations including furniture and to liaise with the Area Retail Manager on collection and delivery procedures To sort, prepare and price stock to in line with charity retail processes. To present stock in the sales area to the agreed standard To recruit, train, organise, supervise, and care for the welfare of colleagues and volunteer helpers To reconcile the cash register, banking and to work to Age UK Cheshire s financial policies and procedures To complete paperwork as necessary, to include use of information technology on computerised systems To carry out Age UK Cheshire s policy on Health and Safety of colleagues and customers, including all manual handling policies and procedures for goods and furniture, emergency and accident procedures, trading standard policy, refunds and exchange policy. 9. To use initiative to ensure any issues in the shop are resolved quickly and effectively. To follow the correct reporting procedure to inform the Health & Safety Manager of any problems or concerns. 10. To understand and achieve daily/weekly/monthly/annual targets which will be reviewed regularly with the job holder. To undertake performance related reviews with Assistant Retail Managers as required. 11. To be a role model for Age UK s mission statement and values and to understand how the role of a Retail Manager complements this. 12. To undertake such duties as may from time to time be reasonably requested by management within the flexible definition of the post. AGE UK CHESHIRE RETAIL MANAGER - PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: - strong communicator with the ability to deliver team messages, deal with customer issues and resolve problems with firmness and fairness. - ability to understand and interpret financial information in order to manage shop performance outcomes. - good administrative and organisational skills with the ability to undertake banking tasks, keep basic records and organise resources in a busy environment. - the ability to recognise stock potential in order to generate income and the importance of attractive presentation. - supervisory experience with the ability to motivate, inspire and lead a team. - IT literate - ability to travel freely between shops (ideally full driving licence and use of a properly insured vehicle during work hours). Desirable Criteria: - basic knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire regulations and ability to identify potential risks to include items that sold under Health & Safety regulations. - proven retail experience - experience of working with volunteers. - general understanding/empathy with the aims of the organisation. Processing stock deliveries will regularly involve carrying and moving heavy stock. You will also be on your feet for long periods of time. On occasions you may be required to work on your own within the shop. AGE UK CHESHIRE RETAIL MANAGER - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The organisation currently operates 9 charity shops and has ambitious plans to open more charity shops which all help to provide funds for the charity to deliver its services for older people in Cheshire, as well as being a location to promote Age UK Cheshire services. All Age UK Cheshire shops sell unwanted household and personal goods donated by the public and other commercial companies. The success of the shops is dependent upon achieving a regular adequate supply of donations. Age UK Cheshire shops have established a reputation for selling good quality items, well presented and at reasonable prices. The shop staffing structure is supported by volunteer helpers. They do not receive any payment other than the reimbursement of their exact travel costs from their home to the shop. The shops are all expected to trade profitably. Their function is to provide income to the organisation. Each shop is given a weekly sales target to achieve to produce a targeted net profit once rents and other costs have been deducted. Each shop has a mixture of staff and volunteers covering a 6- or 7-day working period. The Retail Manager will be supported by an Assistant Retail Manager working flexibly to provide cover at the shop. At times you might be asked to cover other shops depending on staffing issues, so flexibility is a must. Volunteer support is key to the success of the operation and development of designated volunteers who can take responsibility for the shop, during some periods of staff absence. Location: Shop Base Alderley Edge. You may be required to cover other shops on an ad hoc basis. Hours: 36.25 hours per week, worked over 5 days Monday to Sunday. Hours are required to be flexible to ensure that the shop is staffed appropriately. There may be a requirement to travel between shops. In exceptional circumstances you may be required to work 6 days per week. The role will require working over the Christmas period and potentially all bank holidays. Salary: £25452.03 per annum (£13.50 per hour). Overtime payments can be paid for exceptional circumstances where additional days have been worked. Pension: Age UK Cheshire has an automatic enrolment workplace pension scheme in place for eligible employees. Leave: 25 days leave per annum (plus Bank Holidays) rising after 5 years continuous service by one day per year (pro rata) to a maximum of 30 days leave after 10 years. Contract: All new staff are subject to a three-month probationary period. 4 weeks notice is required to terminate employment by either side i.e., the employee or Age UK Cheshire. During the probationary period, one week s notice is required by either side. Health Care: . click apply for full job details

Role: Assistant Branch Manager Sector : Construction Materials / Building Supplies / Timber Products Location : Hyde Salary : £35,000 - £38,000 (varying dependent on experience) plus bonus Our client is a well-respected and long-established distributor of construction supplies / building materials / timber products. Their branch is in the Hyde area and requires a new Assistant Branch Manager. This is a busy site and it needs someone to help keep it going in the right direction. An all-rounder is required ideally with good stock management skills, buying experience and an understanding of how a well-run branch should function. Most importantly, you must have demonstrable experience in both sales and operations. Basically, the branch's position is sound, but they don't want to be static in terms of market share. You should ultimately be able to assist the branch manager with most aspects of how to run a successful branch. This role requires a special someone - ideally someone with some kind of management or supervisory experience. This person must be currently working in the construction supply sector and the ideal candidate would also have some timber knowledge too. You should be a person that people will want to deal with and be led by. The right person should have the drive to collectively always maximise potential. You will need the right blend of sales drive with strong operational skills and experience. A good all-rounder who can guide on all aspects of the business and assist the team where necessary. This is an important role for the company and long-term progression is monitored. If you genuinely feel you fit the above profile then APPLY NOW Industry Sector: Building Merchants, Builders Merchants, Building Supplies, Construction sector, Timber Merchants, Timber Supplies, Hardwood, Softwood, Timber Supplier, Electrical, Electric, Electrician, Wholesaler, Roofing, Trusses, insulation. Recruiting: Sales Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Director, General Manager, Business Development, Key Account, Account Management, Assistant Managers, Profit Centre Manager, Profit Centre, Timber Specialists. INDM

Our client is an exceptional developer in Scotland, providing high quality flatted and detached properties across the central belt. They currently have a requirement for an experienced assistant site manager for one of their flagship site in East Lothian. Purpose of the Role To support the Site Manager in the day-to-day operations of a high-quality residential flatted development. You will be responsible for ensuring that all construction activities are completed safely, on schedule, and to the required quality standards while managing on-site trades and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities Operational Management: Coordinate and supervise all site labour and subcontractors on a plot-by-plot basis to maintain the build programme. Health & Safety: Monitor all activities to ensure strict adherence to the Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan, including conducting site inductions and toolbox talks. Quality Control: Carry out regular inspections and produce detailed snagging lists to ensure all units meet NHBC standards and company specifications before handover. Logistics & Materials: Assist in managing site deliveries, equipment, and material call-offs to prevent project delays. Documentation: Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, weekly labour reports, and health and safety forms. Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for architects, surveyors, sales teams, and customers to ensure smooth project delivery. Site Security: Ensure adequate security measures are in place, including traffic management and public safety fencing. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven experience in a similar role within residential construction, ideally on flatted or timber frame developments. Certifications: Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), CSCS card (Manager or Supervisor level), and First Aid at Work. Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail. Technical Knowledge: Understanding of Scottish building regulations and the ability to interpret technical drawings and plans. Driving Licence: A full UK driving licence is typically essential. To apply for the role, attach your up-to-date CV and Nicola Monro will come back to you directly to discuss in more detail.

30 hours per week including some weekend working Aged 21 and above: £12.71 per hour plus personal sales commission Aged 20 and below: £10.85 per hour plus personal sales commission Topps Tiles is the UK's number one tile retailer, renowned for our extensive range of high-quality tiles and exceptional customer service. With over 280 stores nationwide and a team of 1,600 dedicated experts, we're more than just a business - we're a community. Small teams with big ambitions who trust each other, celebrate success, and put the customer at the heart of everything we do that's the Topps way. A retail career like no other Working in retail as a Sales Assistant (known internally as a Service Specialist!) is genuinely different at Topps Tiles. As a key member of a small, supportive team, you'll help customers visualise their projects and find exactly what they need to make their vision a reality. You won't just serve at a till. You'll become a specialist, developing real sales skills by using a consultative approach - asking great questions and understanding customer needs. Every conversation is a chance to influence, inspire, sell and create an exceptional experience that keeps customers coming back. And unlike many retail roles, you won't work late evenings - plus you'll enjoy three days off at Christmas. Oh, and did we mention? You'll earn commission on every sale you help makehappen. What you'll be doing Building long-standing relationships with regular trade and retail customers through a consultative sales approach. Asking the right questions to understand customer needs so you can confidently recommend the best products. Using your creativity to inspire customers with colour, style, layout and design ideas. Driving sales through expert product knowledge Confidently closing sales and maximising every opportunity No experience? No problem. You don't need to know anything about tiles - or even retail. If you're outgoing, friendly, energetic and don't mind lifting heavy boxes, we'll give you all the training you need, including developing your sales confidence and skills through our simple, customer-first sales framework. What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary Sales commission No evening work Christmas Eve and Boxing Day off Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities Generous Staff Discount Access to our Benefits platform with a wide range of discounts from 100s of retailers. You'll love working for Topps - and we can't wait to hear from you. Click Apply today. The application should only take a few minutes if your CV is ready, and we'll be in touch ASAP to arrange your chat with the hiring manager. Due to health and safety requirements and the nature of our in-store work, we would encourage applications from individuals aged 18 or over. Think you know Topps Group? Think again. There's plenty about Topps Group that might surprise you. Like the fact that you don't need to be a DIY or tile expert to work in one of our stores or our Leicester based Support Centre. Or the fact that that we're Britain's largest specialist tile retailer, with more than 1,600 in-store specialists providing world class customer service to homeowners and tradespeople in over 300 stores nationwide.

Vacancy Specification In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so. You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.

The Knot Inn 5 days per week Variable shifts including days, evenings and weekends Permanent Full-time No live-in available The Knot Inn is a thriving and picturesque countryside pub near Rudyard Lake, renowned for its rich heritage, quality seasonal food and warm hospitality. Popular with tourists, walkers, cyclists and locals alike, we are proud of our strong reputation and community ties as a family-run business.We are now seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead the team, build on our success and take the business to the next level. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced General Manager or a strong Assistant/Deputy Manager ready to step up into a senior leadership role, working closely alongside our Head Chef to drive standards, service and growth across the business.What you'll be doing Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of The Knot Inn Lead, motivate and develop front of house and kitchen teams Work closely alongside our Head Chef to deliver exceptional locally produced food and outstanding customer service Build a strong front and back of house partnership to ensure smooth daily operations Create a positive team culture focused on high standards and accountability Drive sales, profitability and business growth through strong commercial management Develop and maintain an exciting drinks offer including products from local suppliers Manage rotas, labour control and staffing levels using company systems Oversee stock control, ordering, margins and waste management Recruit, induct and train new team members, ensuring ongoing development Conduct performance reviews and provide team welfare support Ensure licensing, health and safety, fire procedures and food safety standards are fully maintained Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve issues effectively Maintain high presentation standards throughout the pub and grounds Work closely with senior leadership on business performance, strategy and future plans About you Previous experience as a General Manager, Deputy Manager or Assistant Manager within hospitality A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, develop and motivate teams Experience working in a busy pub, bar or restaurant environment Commercial awareness with a strong understanding of profit and margins Excellent customer service focus with high personal standards Confident, organised and calm under pressure Able to build strong working relationships with kitchen and front of house teams Flexible, adaptable and hands-on in your approach Good knowledge of health and safety, fire safety and compliance procedures Reliable, professional and committed to success Full UK driving licence and access to transport due to our rural location Working pattern 5 days per week Shifts will include a mix of days, evenings and weekends Bank holidays required as part of a hospitality business Flexibility essential to meet the demands of a busy operation Christmas Day off What we offer A rewarding leadership role within a respected and growing business Opportunity to work alongside a talented Head Chef to shape the future of the pub Support from a friendly family-run company that values its people Real opportunities for progression as the business grows Staff discounts Staff referral scheme Life and permanent health insurance after qualifying period 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service to a maximum of 33 days Free car parking A positive and professional working environment REF-

Vacancy Specification In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so. You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager to join ahighly respected showroom in Basingstoke. The role: The Sales Manager role is to achieve sales and financial targets by the effective development of the Sales Department Plans and Budgets in accordance with the criteria set out by the Brand. This includes: Coaching the Used Car Manager and an Assistant Sales Manager in their management of the Sales Executives and Sales Administrators to ensure the Team meet their set goals and objectives in order to achieve high sales performance. Overseeing the transfer of product knowledge to the Sales Team to ensure Team are up to date on the product/brand and have received the relevant training. Developing and achieving a Department Profit Plan ensuring it involves all financial aspects of the department, including annual business plans, marketing and advertising budgets, operating expenses, capital budgets and the assessments of sales forecasts and potential. Have you got what it takes: Technical knowledge gained in retail motor industry. Numerate and articulate. A full driving licence. Inspiring leadership and teamwork. Delivers Excellent Customer Service - experience in a similar sales environment. Benefits for you: Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme. Full training and support to help you immerse yourself in the role 30 days holiday, inc. Bank Holidays, plus additional holiday entitlement as recognition of length of service with Snows at 5, 10, 15, 20 years anniversary. Birthday day off Discounted MOTs, Service & Parts. Recommend a Friend Bonus/ Introducing a Customer Bonus. Life Assurance Benefit. Contributory Pension Scheme. Contact Jo asap for more information