At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage customers, manage store operations, and lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Decathlon, a vibrant company passionate about sports and community engagement.
- Benefits: Gain valuable management experience, competitive salary, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Dynamic career path with potential to grow into a Department Manager role.
- Why this job: Ignite your passion for sport while developing leadership skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for sports and a desire to learn about retail management.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
As a Decathlon Graduate Trainee, you will be at the heart of a dynamic team, bringing energy and enthusiasm to ignite a love for sport through every customer interaction. You will influence your team, customers, and the future direction of sport with a challenging, fast-paced learning environment designed for growth.
From Month 1 to 3: Mastering the foundations
- Our Culture: Learn company values, purpose, and an introduction to your store.
- Customer Excellence: Engage with the community on the shop floor.
- Operational Standards: Deliveries, stock management, and layout optimisation.
Mastery of the fundamentals is integral to success within the programme.
From Month 4: Stepping into Management
Progress to Duty Manager while beginning your introduction to Department Management. Your focus expands from your department to the entire store ecosystem.
- Duty Manager responsibilities:
- Safety & Security: Ensure a safe environment for every teammate and customer; act as first point of contact for emergencies.
- The Customer Pulse: Manage store flow and maintain consistent customer service from entrance to checkout.
- Live Decision-Making: Make real-time resource decisions to keep the store performing at its peak.
You will also begin your transition into Department Management by learning:
- Talent & Culture: How to recruit, onboard, and motivate your own team.
- Commercial Dynamism: Introduction to P&L management, economic analysis, and sales drivers.
From month 6: Your journey to becoming a Department Manager
Move from supporting a team to owning a business perimeter. Responsibilities include:
- Commercial Dynamism: Managing your P&L, analysing economic performance, and driving sales growth.
- Strategic Planning: Crafting long-term missions for your department and mapping strategies.
- Human Capital: Recruiting and developing teammates into future leaders.
- Layout Mastery: Optimising your sales floor to create an immersive, high-performance shopping experience.
Retail Management Graduate Programme employer: Decathlon UK
Decathlon is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture in Belfast, Northern Ireland. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, the Retail Management Graduate Programme offers hands-on experience and leadership development, empowering you to make a real impact in the sporting community. Enjoy a dynamic environment where your passion for sport can thrive, alongside competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.
