Assistant Manager (Maternity Cover)

Triple Wimbledon champion Fred Perry founded his brand in 1952. He was the son of a cotton spinner, who played and fought his way through, always with style – and despite the establishment. Today, Fred Perry is a global community of over 370 employees, all inspired by the Laurel Wreath and what it represents. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Deputise for the Store Manager in their absence. Manage cash handling, banking, and associated administration when the Store Manager is absent. Ensure all till operations are carried out in line with the Fred Perry operations manual. Support the Store Manager in meeting KPI budgets, communicate these to staff, and motivate them to achieve targets. Assist in stock control, including receipting transfers, monitoring stock levels, and stock presentation. Provide excellent customer service and product knowledge to customers. Familiarity with shop operations manual, personnel policies, and Health and Safety policies. Communicate KPI results and report commentary to Head Office and Area Manager in the absence of the Store Manager. Report any issues or non-compliance with Fred Perry policies and procedures to the Store Manager. THE PERSON: Experience in retail management is essential. Proven ability to build effective teams and motivate employees. Strong initiative and leadership skills. Understanding of retail concepts such as gross margin, markdowns, and visual merchandising. Excellent communication skills. Ability to adapt quickly and respond positively to business needs. BENEFITS We offer a wide range of benefits and continually reassess our community\’s needs to help our staff thrive. Our current offerings include: Competitive salary Generous staff discount Enhanced pension scheme with 8.5% company contribution Enhanced maternity and paternity packages Life insurance Season ticket loan 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Opportunities to attend gigs and events We actively welcome applications from diverse backgrounds. Your CV will be anonymized before being submitted to hiring managers. #J-18808-Ljbffr