Store Manager | Sportswear & Fashion Retail | Portsmouth | £32,000 - £37,000 | 4-Month FTC
We're working with a growing sportswear and fashion retailer to recruit a Store Manager for an exciting new pop-up store in Portsmouth.
This is a 4-month fixed-term opportunity, with the potential for the role to become permanent as the business continues to grow.
We're looking for an experienced Store Manager, Retail Manager or Assistant Manager who can take ownership of a new store, lead a team and deliver a strong customer experience from day one.
What's in it for you?
£32,000 - £37,000 depending on experience
4-month fixed-term contract
Potential for a permanent opportunity
Opportunity to be part of an exciting new store opening
Growing sportswear and fashion business with further expansion planned
Autonomy to make the store your own
Fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment
The Role
As Store Manager, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day store operations, ensuring the pop-up is commercially successful and delivers an excellent customer experience.
You'll be responsible for:
Leading, motivating and developing the store team
Driving sales and delivering against KPIs and commercial targets
Delivering an exceptional customer experience
Maintaining high visual merchandising and brand standards
Managing stock, deliveries and day-to-day store operations
Supporting recruitment, onboarding and training
Coaching the team to maximise sales and performance
Taking a hands-on approach across the shop floor
Monitoring store performance and identifying opportunities to improve
About You
We're looking for an experienced Store Manager or Retail Manager, or an Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager ready to step up, who enjoys being hands-on and working in a fast-paced retail environment.
You'll ideally have:
Previous retail management experience
Experience managing and developing a retail team
A strong commercial mindset and understanding of retail KPIs
Experience driving sales and delivering against targets
Strong customer service and customer experience skills
Experience with stock management and store operations
A hands-on approach and willingness to roll your sleeves up
A genuine interest in sportswear, fashion, fitness or performance retail
This is a great opportunity to launch a new pop-up store for a growing sportswear business, with the potential to continue with the brand beyond the initial 4-month contract.
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