Spar Store Manager Tenbury Wells
£32,000 plus potential to earn bonus of up to £7,800, plus an excellent benefits package.
Full time – 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
Are you a dynamic and experienced leader ready to take the reins at our award‑winning Tenbury Wells store? We are currently seeking a talented Store Manager to drive success and growth in this pivotal role.
About Us
At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family‑run grocery store has grown into one of the UK’s largest privately owned businesses, employing over 5,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We’re constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career. Today, we operate at the heart of communities across the UK, with 243 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail, food service, and wholesale distribution.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership- Recruit, train, and develop a high‑performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and a strong sense of community within the store.
- Celebrate colleague successes.
- Ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and stock control.
- Implement and uphold visual merchandising standards to enhance the overall shopping experience.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and preferences.
- Implement customer service strategies to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Set and achieve sales targets, actively driving initiatives to increase revenue and profitability.
- Analyse sales reports and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Actively participate in local community events and initiatives to strengthen the store’s ties with the community.
- Seek out partnerships and collaborations that contribute to the overall well‑being of the location.
- Manage budgets, expenses, and financial reporting to ensure the store operates within established financial parameters.
Store Manager Skills Required
- Proven experience in retail management, with a track record of success in achieving sales targets.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with customers and the local community.
- Knowledge of retail operations, including inventory management and merchandising.
- Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions to drive business performance.
- A passion for community engagement and a commitment to making a positive impact.
What's in it for you?
- Holiday, maternity and paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
- Cycle to work scheme
- Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi‑diverse culture
- Outstanding training & development opportunities
- Gain hands‑on experience in a high volume, fast‑paced environment
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay packages
- Flexible working hours opportunity
- Early access to your pay through EarlyPay
- 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal
- 12.5% staff discount on fresh items & 10% staff discount on ambient products (excluding alcohol & cigarettes)
- Well‑being support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
- Company pension scheme
- Company life insurance worth 1 × annual salary and 6 × annual salary with company pension scheme
- NEST pension scheme
- Extra holiday – purchase scheme
- Long service awards
Inclusive Environment
As a Disability Confident committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Job Details
- Department: Retail – SPAR Store Management (incl. foodservice)
- Contract type: Permanent
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Salary: £32,000 plus potential to earn bonus, plus an excellent benefits package.
- Benefits: Bonus scheme, company sick pay, additional holidays, company pension scheme, life cover, staff discount, long service awards, cycle to work scheme, employee volunteering opportunities, health cash plan.
Closing date for applications: 14th June 2026
