Assistant Manager - 40 Hours - Sweaty Betty

Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing brands such as Sweaty Betty. Our continued success is driven by our mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

As an Assistant Manager, you will resolve issues and identify fun and fresh ways of doing things. You are loyal and passionate about your customers and your team. Partnering with your manager will give you the chance to make your mark on the store, with plenty of opportunities to grow within the company. This role plays an integral support role to the Store Manager in managing the overall operations of the store, driving sales alongside all relevant KPIs and leading a cohesive team of highly motivated employees who can deliver memorable experiences for all our consumers.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a role model - motivate and engage your team to bring to life the brand values every day, promoting an inclusive and positive working atmosphere.
• Deliver outstanding service to all customers, demonstrating role model behaviours for the team.
• Assist in driving sales, commerciality and maintenance of standards, including compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Communicate efficiently, both on the floor and behind the scenes.
• Develop and maintain relationships across the business, with customers and community partners.
• Partner with the Store Manager to generate innovative and engaging marketing ideas.
• Take ownership over stock management and executing visual merchandising guidelines, contributing towards and delivering on store KPIs.
• Educate your team and advise customers as the product expert and knowledgeable trainer.
• Foster a supportive, productive and inclusive environment that promotes teamwork and accountability.
• Support the store management team in all aspects of running the store including opening and closing the store, cash-handling, stock control, merchandising and maintaining a clean and well-presented store.
• Create amazing experiences for customers through offering authentic customer service.
• Maintain compliance with company policies including health and safety regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Experience working in a customer-facing role.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred, but not essential.
• Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule and availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Passion for our brands and brand lifestyles.
• Self-starter and ambitious – motivated to achieve and exceed store targets.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks at once.

Working Conditions

• Retail environment.

The Extras

• Generous clothing allowance.
• Excellent training & development opportunities.
• Quarterly bonuses.
• 60% off all Sweaty Betty merchandise.
• 25 days holiday (pro-rated if working part-time).
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Access to Retail Trust - advice & support tool.
• Dedicated budget to attend fitness classes (per store).
• Access to Sample sales.
• Health Cash Plan benefit with Medicash available to all Sweaty Betty UK Employees (Following successfully passing probation).
• Enhanced Family Leave policy.

Our DEI Commitment

We are working to create a culture and team that represents our mission of empowerment. We want to celebrate our diversity, embody inclusion and create an equitable business. This means doing more and working harder to make the long-lasting changes necessary. We care about our people, our community and world. We want to stand up for what we believe in and give our people a platform to use their voice.