Assistant Store Manager
Newbury
c£29,000 per annum | Full-time | Permanent
Love retail? Enjoy leading people? Ready for a role where you can make a real difference?
We're looking for a hands-on Assistant Manager to join a growing retail business, helping to lead a busy store, motivate a team and deliver great results.
This is an opportunity for an experienced retail supervisor or manager who enjoys being involved in all aspects of store management, from driving sales and managing stock to developing people and delivering excellent customer service.
About the Role
Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll help run the day-to-day operation of the store, ensuring commercial targets are achieved, standards remain high and the team is motivated and supported.
You'll take ownership, lead by example and step up to manage the store in the Store Manager's absence.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the Store Manager to achieve sales targets, budgets and business objectives.
Driving sales and profit margins through effective commercial management.
Monitoring store KPIs and using sales information to identify opportunities for improvement.
Maintaining excellent stock control, availability and merchandising standards.
Leading seasonal promotions and local events to maximise sales.
Recruiting, training, coaching and developing team members.
Delivering a consistently high standard of customer service and resolving customer queries.
Managing stock integrity, financial controls and store audits.
Maintaining health and safety standards and ensuring company procedures are followed.
Supporting the smooth running of daily store operations and taking charge in the Store Manager's absence.
About You
You'll have previous experience in a retail supervisory or management role and be confident leading a team in a busy customer-facing environment.
You'll also bring:
Experience in retail management, ideally as an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager or Supervisor.
A good understanding of retail sales, stock management and merchandising.
Experience working towards sales targets and commercial budgets.
The ability to understand sales figures and identify opportunities to improve performance.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop colleagues.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
A proactive, organised and hands-on approach.
Good IT skills and an understanding of health and safety requirements.
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business.
What's On Offer?
£29,000 annual salary.
33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
Company pension contributions matched up to 5%.
Up to 25% colleague discount.
Free on-site parking.
Life assurance.
Employee Assistance Programme through Retail Trust.
Enhanced family leave policies.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Opportunities for future career progression.
Hours: 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis.
Apply Today
If you're a passionate retail manager who enjoys leading from the front, developing people and delivering great commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
We may close the vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so don't delay your application.
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Store Manager Designate
Newbury Area
£35,000 per annum | Full-time | Permanent | Regional Travel Required
Ready to take the next step in your retail management career?
Are you an ambitious Retail Manager who enjoys leading teams, improving store performance and making a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a varied Store Manager Designate role, supporting multiple stores across the region and helping retail teams achieve their full potential.
Working alongside Store Managers and the wider regional management team, you'll play an important part in driving sales, improving performance, developing people and delivering outstanding customer experiences.
If you're commercially minded, hands-on and enjoy the variety of working across different retail environments, this could be the perfect next move.
The Role
As Store Manager Designate, you'll work across a number of stores, providing leadership, guidance and operational support to help drive business performance.
No two days will necessarily be the same. You'll be involved in everything from improving sales and achieving KPIs to coaching colleagues, supporting store operations and ensuring customers receive an excellent experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting Store Managers to deliver sales targets, business plans and commercial objectives.
Monitoring and improving key retail KPIs, identifying opportunities to increase sales and profitability.
Supporting stock management, merchandising, seasonal promotions and effective cost control.
Coaching, motivating and developing colleagues to build strong, capable store teams.
Supporting recruitment, onboarding and training across the region.
Maintaining high standards of customer service and building positive relationships within local communities.
Supporting day-to-day store operations, security and health and safety compliance.
Identifying areas for improvement and helping stores deliver consistent operational standards.
About You
You'll already have experience managing a retail store or leading a team within a busy retail environment. You're someone who understands what makes a store successful, from getting the best out of people to managing stock, driving sales and delivering great customer service.
We're particularly interested in people who are ready to broaden their experience and take on a more varied, regional role.
At least two years' retail management experience, ideally as a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager or Deputy Manager.
A proven track record of achieving sales targets and improving retail performance.
Good commercial awareness, with an understanding of sales figures, budgets, profit margins and KPIs.
Experience managing stock, merchandising and day-to-day retail operations.
The ability to lead, coach and motivate teams, bringing out the best in people.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
A flexible and adaptable approach, with the confidence to support different teams and store environments.
A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel between stores across the region.
What's On Offer?
£35,000 annual salary.
33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
Contributory pension, with employer contributions matched up to 5%.
Up to 25% colleague discount.
Free on-site parking.
Life assurance.
Employee Assistance Programme through Retail Trust.
Enhanced family leave policies.
Excellent training, development and long-term career progression opportunities.
Interested?
If you're an experienced retail manager looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make an impact across multiple stores, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more. We may close the vacancy early if we find the right person.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. Your information will always be handled securely and professionally.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website.
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An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Email Account Manager to join a digital marketing agency supporting e-commerce brands across fashion, sportswear, supplements and other consumer sectors.
As a Senior Email Account Manager, you will lead client accounts from strategy and planning through campaign delivery, optimisation and performance reporting, using Klaviyo to drive measurable results.
This full-time role offers hybrid working options, with at least 3 days per week in the Putney office, and a salary of £32,000 - £44,000 with benefits.
You Will Be Responsible For:
? Managing client relationships, onboarding new accounts, conducting performance reviews, planning promotions and identifying retention risks.
? Developing campaign calendars, automated flow strategies, audience segmentation, list growth plans and A/B testing schedules.
? Managing Klaviyo campaigns and flows, including quality checks, scheduling, optimisation, dynamic content, deliverability and auditing underperforming automations.
? Briefing designers and copywriters, reviewing creative work, coordinating production through Monday.com and working with design and build teams to meet deadlines.
? Reporting on email revenue, store revenue contribution, campaign and flow performance, and list growth using Hiro Analytics, translating results into recommendations and monitoring account progress.
What We Are Looking For:
Essential:
? Approx 4 years experience in email marketing, including a minimum of 2 years managing multiple ecommerce clients within an agency.
? Strong practical experience with Klaviyo, including building automated flows, creating segments, running A/B tests, managing deliverability and generating reports independently.
? A proven track record of delivering revenue growth for direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands, with the ability to explain the strategies used and their results.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DAP is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to support the growth of our Orgill business. Reporting to the National Account Manager (NAM), this role will help drive sales, distribution expansion, and new business opportunities across Orgill's distribution network and Corporate Accounts program.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Orgill merchants, DAP field sales teams, and cross-functional partners to increase product placement, expand category penetration, execute promotions, and deliver profitable growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-energy sales professional who thrives on building relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and turning strategy into execution.
Responsibilities
Drive Business Development & Sales Growth (50%)
Develop and grow business within assigned Orgill Corporate Accounts and target customer lists.
Identify and secure new customer opportunities and new product placements.
Expand DAP's presence through adjacent category penetration with existing customers.
Lead and support line reviews, business planning, promotional programs, and customer presentations.
Analyze customer performance and profitability to identify growth opportunities.
Support store reset initiatives and execution activities.
Partner with the DAP & Orgill Sales Organizations (20%)
Collaborate with the National Account Manager and DAP Field Sales Team to support national account growth objectives.
Communicate customer priorities, initiatives, and opportunities to field sales teams and Orgill Sales Team as needed.
Drive alignment and execution across customer-facing teams.
Increase Distribution & Promotional Opportunities (10%)
Support efforts to exceed annual sales targets through expanded product distribution.
Partner with Orgill merchants and internal teams to increase warehouse and drop-ship opportunities.
Identify and execute promotional programs that drive incremental sales growth.
Lead Cross-Functional Collaboration (10%)
Work closely with Category Management, Marketing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Forecasting, Finance, and Distribution teams.
Coordinate resources and initiatives that support customer growth and execution excellence.
Ensure timely communication and follow-through on customer commitments.
Support Key Account Operations (10%)
Assist with:
Promotions and marketing programs
Returns and allowances
Forecasting and demand planning
Project management initiatives
Trade show support
Orgill.com product content management
Competitive market analysis and customer insights
Requirements
Strong sales, business development, and relationship management skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities.
Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative approach with strong cross-functional teamwork skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Experience utilizing Power BI and business analytics tools.
Preferred Experience
5+ years of field sales experience, account management experience, or a combination of sales, marketing, and merchandising experience.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Demonstrated success growing customer accounts and delivering sales results.
Experience working with two-step distribution models preferred.
Key account management experience is a plus.
Home improvement, building products, hardware, or distribution channel experience is preferred.
Physical & Travel Requirements
Ability to travel up to 60% as business needs require.
Ability to participate in store resets and merchandising activities.
Ability to lift and move products and materials up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company Provided Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
401(k) plans
Employer-funded pension plan
Tuition Reimbursement
About DAP
DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.
You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.
At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/
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An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Email Account Manager to join a digital marketing agency supporting e-commerce brands across fashion, sportswear, supplements and other consumer sectors.
As a Senior Email Account Manager, you will lead client accounts from strategy and planning through campaign delivery, optimisation and performance reporting, using Klaviyo to drive measurable results.
This full-time role offers hybrid working options, with at least 3 days per week in the Putney office, and a salary of £32,000 - £44,000 with benefits.
You Will Be Responsible For:
* Managing client relationships, onboarding new accounts, conducting performance reviews, planning promotions and identifying retention risks.
* Developing campaign calendars, automated flow strategies, audience segmentation, list growth plans and A/B testing schedules.
* Managing Klaviyo campaigns and flows, including quality checks, scheduling, optimisation, dynamic content, deliverability and auditing underperforming automations.
* Briefing designers and copywriters, reviewing creative work, coordinating production through Monday.com and working with design and build teams to meet deadlines.
* Reporting on email revenue, store revenue contribution, campaign and flow performance, and list growth using Hiro Analytics, translating results into recommendations and monitoring account progress.
What We Are Looking For:
Essential:
* Approx 4 years experience in email marketing, including a minimum of 2 years managing multiple ecommerce clients within an agency.
* Strong practical experience with Klaviyo, including building automated flows, creating segments, running A/B tests, managing deliverability and generating reports independently.
* A proven track record of delivering revenue growth for direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands, with the ability to explain the strategies used and their results.
* A good understanding of creative email and copy, including briefing designers and reviewing work for quality and brand consistency.
Desirable:
* Experience with SMS marketing through Klaviyo.
* Familiarity with Hiro Analytics, Monday.com or Figma.
* Knowledge of Shopify, including how ecommerce applications, reviews, subscriptions and loyalty programmes integrate with email marketing.
* An interest in using AI tools to support campaign planning, briefing, copy development and reporting.
The candidates from the following background will be considered:
* Email Account Manager, Senior Email Marketing Manager, Email Marketing Specialist, Email Marketing Executive, Klaviyo Specialist, Klaviyo Account Manager, Email Marketing Account Manager, CRM Manager, Email Campaign Manager, Lifecycle Marketing Manager, Retention Marketing Manager, Ecommerce Account Manager, Email Automation Specialist or in a similar role.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Company pension
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Casual dress and company events
* Quarterly team trips
Apply today for the opportunity to take ownership of paid social campaigns, build strong client relationships and contribute to the growth of e-commerce brands within a collaborative marketing environment.
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Export Director (Middle East & APAC) – Global Soft Drink Business –Location & Salary negotiable plus package We are excited to be partnering with one of the leading soft drinks businesses. This business has over 30 years of production and heritage, spanning various other brand acquisitions and product development. The brand itself has a strong track record across both on and off premise accounts, with a high-quality product range.We are looking for a hands-on commercial leader who understands how to build and scale beverage brands in the Middle East & APAC market. The Export Director will take ownership of the commercial strategy and execution across the Middle East & APAC region, with a particular focus on key volume countries, whilst building the distribution infrastructure, retail partnerships, customer relationships and team capability required to deliver sustainable long-term growth.The Export Director must come from a background in soft drinks and previous experience in developing new business and scaling up brands. The Export Director will need to bring an established network of distributors, retailers, wholesalers and key trade partners, alongside the commercial capability and energy to open doors, negotiate partnerships and personally drive execution.What this business offers:
A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, including travel allowances and expenses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.A collaborative and supportive work culture with a fast-growing brand.
Export Director responsibilities include:
Develop and own the Middle East & APAC commercial growth strategy, with a clear focus on delivering ambitious sales, distribution and profitability targets.Lead growth across the priority states, identifying the key customers, channels, territories and opportunities that will deliver the greatest impact.Build and optimise the Middle East & APAC route-to-market, balancing distributor, wholesale, direct and Direct-to-Store Delivery (DSD) models.Identify, appoint and manage distribution partners, establishing clear commercial plans, targets, performance measures and accountability.Build and manage key on-premises and off- premises relationships, securing listings, ranging, distribution, promotions and long-term customer partnerships.Develop strategic relationships with major Middle East & APAC retailers and customers, leading negotiations and joint business plans to accelerate growth.Own Middle East & APAC sales forecasting, budgets and commercial performance, with accountability for revenue, margin, trade investment and profitability.Provide market intelligence and commercial insight, using customer, competitor and performance data to shape strategy and identify opportunities.Work closely with global leadership and cross-functional teams across marketing, supply chain and finance to ensure the Middle East & APAC business has the strategy, resources and execution required to scale.
The Ideal Export Director candidate:
Proven Middle East & APAC beverage experience with significant commercial experience within the US water, soft drinks or wider FMCG beverage market.Track record of growth with a demonstrated history of successfully growing sales, distribution and market share in the United States.Strong US network with established relationships across distributors, wholesalers, retailers and key on-trade and off-trade customers.Route-to-market expertise with deep understanding of US distribution models, including distributors, wholesale, direct sales and Direct-to-Store Delivery (DSD).Entrepreneurial and hands-on — a builder who can develop the strategy but is equally comfortable being in-market, opening doors, winning customers and driving execution.Commercial leadership with experience building and leading high-performing teams, with strong ownership of sales, margins, budgets and commercial performance.Strategic and execution-focused with the ability to translate a long-term growth strategy into clear priorities, measurable actions and results across multiple markets.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
