Assistant Store Manager - Stevenage

Our Assistant Store Managers are at the heart of our business acting as our biggest brand ambassadors. They are often the first point of contact for customers visiting our network of showrooms and are inspired and empowered to help customers grow their homes by assisting them in choosing the perfect pieces of furniture and accessories from our broad range of products. They are commercially minded and adopt a consultative sales approach using their expert knowledge of our product range to deliver an exceptional experience on every occasion. They work closely with the Store Manager to support the store’s overall success and step up to manage in the manager’s absence.

This commitment to high performance is recognised and rewarded through our generous, industry-leading uncapped commission scheme, which ensures that all our Retail colleagues are rewarded for their dedication and hard work.

Core Responsibilities

• Take ownership of overall showroom sales performance and effectively manage all areas of the business to ensure targets are consistently achieved.
• Maximise showroom profitability by developing a culture where highly motivated individuals can successfully meet and exceed targets.
• Support continual performance improvement of Retail Sales Advisors and Assistant Store Managers by regularly setting clear expectations and developing the team through sales observations, feedback, training, and reviews.
• Recruit and onboard industry-leading Retail Sales Advisors by following recruitment and probation guidelines.
• Ensure the showroom is fully compliant in all areas of Health and Safety, finance, sales, FCA Regulations, GDPR, and stock control.
• Create a safe, comfortable, and up-to-date trading environment, ensuring the showroom is always ready to trade, displaying the correct promotional activity, and inviting our guests.
• Work with the team to share their expert knowledge of extensive product ranges and services and provide all customers with an exceptional experience.
• Utilise systems to ensure all customer information is processed compliantly, efficiently, and correctly following all Oak Furnitureland procedures and policies.
• Encourage and deliver a seamless omnichannel customer journey by recommending and using digital resources and marketing tools to help customers make informed purchase decisions.
• Manage daily operations of the showroom, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
• Coordinate with the Visual Merchandising Team to ensure that all displays are up-to-date and visually appealing.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork.
• Conduct regular team meetings to update colleagues on performance, new products, and company policies.
• Develop colleagues using all available tools and resources to ensure all team members have the skills and knowledge required to perform their roles effectively.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to develop strategies for increasing sales and profitability.

Skills And Experience

• Capable of leading, coaching, and developing a competitive sales team that consistently meets their goals and targets.
• Effective leader who leads by example and can communicate confidently and clearly through daily management of shop floor behaviours.
• Build colleagues’ commitment and energise them to work towards goals and targets.
• Experience in successfully managing a large turnover retail store, ideally from a furniture retailer or heavily incentivised big-ticket sales environment.
• Proven track record of delivering successful businesses that operate within a consultative selling environment.
• Experience in leading sales teams to sell and promote products and services in an informative, engaging, and professional manner by demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the extensive product range.
• Understanding of the regulatory frameworks associated with this sector and role, with relevant experience enabling the following and delivering of set policies and procedures.

Our Assistant Store Managers work towards a store target offering uncapped commission rates of up to 4% on all sales.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days, with one weekend off every six.

Benefits

• Exclusive Employee Discounts: Enjoy unbeatable savings on all Oak Furnitureland products after completing your probation period.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Benefit from 20 days of holiday each year (excluding Bank Holidays), giving you ample time to relax and recharge.
• Celebrate Your Special Day: Take an extra day off to celebrate your birthday or another special occasion important to you!
• My Rewards Programme: Unlock incredible savings and enjoy exclusive discounts on essentials and luxuries, from dining out and grocery shopping to entertainment, holidays, and gym memberships.
• Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a 4% employee contribution, matched by the company.
• Comprehensive Life Assurance: Receive free coverage worth at least twice your annual salary, ensuring peace of mind up to age 65.
• Continued Development: Enhance your skills and support your future career advancement with ongoing training and growth opportunities within the company.
• Supportive Employee Assistance Programme: Access professional counselling services via phone or in person whenever needed.
• Convenient Free On-site Parking: Enjoy the convenience and ease of free parking at our location.

Company Information

Oak Furnitureland launched in 2006. Our brand was built on ensuring our customers could access high-quality hardwood furniture at affordable prices, and we were predominantly known for our range of well-crafted cabinetry. We still offer great value for money, and we continue to expand our categories and styles to offer something for every home. We are also a great place to work where colleagues are valued and provided with an environment to flourish and develop their careers.

Equal Opportunities Employer

Our mission is to build an open and inclusive work environment where all colleagues have equal opportunity and access to development, progression and growth. We strive to recruit and retain diverse talent representative of our customer demographic. We have an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and are driven by the same purpose and values. We strongly encourage applications from individuals belonging to minority and underrepresented groups. We are committed to fairness in how we hire new colleagues and if you require any additional support to help you through the process, we’re happy to make the necessary adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Please note that any offer is subject to references and a DBS check.