Retail Branch Manager in Gorleston-on-Sea

Retail Branch Manager in Gorleston-on-Sea

Gorleston-on-Sea Full-Time 30000 - 38556 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Brewers Decorator Centre

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team and ensure smooth branch operations while achieving sales targets.
  • Company: Join Brewers Decorator Centres, a family-owned business with over 120 years of heritage.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous holiday, life assurance, and staff discounts.
  • Other info: Ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in management or retail is a plus; full training provided for the right candidate.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 38556 £ per year.

  • Retail Branch Manager (Reference: JUN20265770)
  • Expiry date: 21:00, Fri, 17th Jul 2026

Hours: 40 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday with Saturday on a rota.

Benefits: Free life assurance, 5% salary employer pension contribution (subject to employee contributions), Profit share scheme after qualifying period, Staff discounts, uniform, 31 days holiday including bank holidays.

We have an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and motivated Retail Branch Manager to lead the team at our busy branch in Great Yarmouth.

Our store, which is located on the Harfreys Industrial Estate, has been serving the local community for over nine years and is well known for being the first choice for decorating materials in the area.

In store we stock an impressive range of trade and designer paints, wallpapers and all the decorating accessories and equipment our customers need for their projects whether they are a professional decorator or a home décor enthusiast.

Our friendly and experienced team are always on hand to offer product advice.

The store opening hours are Monday to Friday 7.00 am – 5 pm and Saturday 8 am – 5 pm.

Managing a small team, you will play a vital part in helping us serve customers and keeping the branch running smoothly.

Ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, Brewers Decorator Centres is the largest independent supplier of decorating materials, supplying both trade and retail customers across the UK.

As a family‑owned business with over 120 years of heritage and a network of over 250 stores nationwide, we place great emphasis on the development and growth of our colleagues.

To learn more about working with us visit www.

Brewers. co. uk/careers.

We understand that neurodiverse candidates or candidates with a disability may need adjustments or extra support in the application or interview process.

We are committed to providing every candidate the opportunity and environment in which to succeed and will support any reasonable request where we can.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate management or supervisory experience in a similar or relevant role.
  • Develop and lead a team effectively.
  • Achieve sales targets and generate new business.
  • Show enthusiasm for selling and inspire staff to deliver high levels of customer service.
  • Understand and uphold our customer service focus and Brewers values.
  • Represent the company positively to a wide range of customers.
  • Work independently with initiative.
  • Knowledge of the local area would be beneficial.
  • Ideal Candidate
  • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive excellence.
  • Exceptional customer service and communication skills, able to translate customer requirements into product recommendations.
  • Previous experience in the Decorative Industry is an advantage but not essential; full training will be provided to the right candidate.
  • Approachable, open and friendly personality, happy to help both customers and colleagues.
  • Enjoys working and supporting a team while also being able to work independently.
  • A proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating new business.
  • Keen to learn, develop skills, and progress within the industry.
  • Willing to attend training to become a Fire Marshall.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • 33 days holiday, including an allowance for selected bank holidays – increasing with service.
  • Free life assurance.
  • 5% employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions).
  • Stream – a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
  • Employee Assistance Programme for colleagues, partners/spouses and dependents.
  • Virtual GP service for yourself and any dependent children.
  • Medicash, an optional funded scheme for routine healthcare treatments.
  • Brewers colleague discounts on home improvements.
  • Discounts and rewards with selected partners – major high street brands, supermarkets, etc.
  • Additional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisis.
  • Staff uniform and uniform cleaning tax relief.
  • Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing development.
  • After a qualifying period, additional benefits such as profit‑related pay, enhanced maternity/paternity pay and a chance to use our holiday homes in Cornwall or the Lake District.

Please note – this role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we are successful in finding an appointment.

Please ensure you fully complete the application process if you wish to be considered for this position.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to any applicants that do not complete the process.

Other job titles associated with this role include Retail Manager, Store Manager, Retail Operations Manager, Retail Senior, Retail Supervisor, Retail Team Leader.

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Brewers Decorator Centre

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Brewers Decorator Centre Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Retail Branch Manager in Gorleston-on-Sea

Management Experience
Team Leadership
Sales Target Achievement
Customer Service Excellence
Communication Skills
Product Knowledge in Decorating Industry
Motivational Skills