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For Companies ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER – LEEDS Y2K Vintage is entering an exciting new phase as we expand beyond London for the very first time. With the launch of our Leeds store, and our first ever unisex concept – we’re looking for a highly capable Assistant Store Manager to support in building and running this store from day one. This is an opportunity to be part of something new, help shape a store from the ground up, and grow with a brand that’s scaling fast and building a strong community outside of London. Key Responsibilities: Store Leadership & Ownership Support the day-to-day running of the store and take ownership of operations on the shop floor Act as a key decision maker in-store, supporting the Store Manager in delivering overall performance Be the eyes and ears of the business, feeding back insights on product, customers and opportunities Commercial Performance & Strategy Drive sales through active shop-floor leadership Support execution of weekly plans of action Monitor KPIs, sell-through and category performance Team Development & Culture Lead, coach and motivate the team day-to-day Help build a strong, positive and energetic store culture from launch Support training and development of new team members Customer Experience & Community Create a welcoming, high-energy store environment Build relationships with customers and contribute to growing a new community in Leeds Represent the brand authentically Visual Merchandising & Product Curation Support the visual identity and flow of the store Help curate product in a way that feels exciting, trend-led and commercial Maintain high visual standards at all times Events, Marketing & Brand Activation Support in-store events and activations Work with the wider team to create moments that drive engagement Help establish the store as a key destination within the local scene About You Experience in a retail management or supervisory role (fashion or vintage preferred) Confident supporting the running of a store in a fast-paced environment Commercially aware with an understanding of sales and customer behaviour A strong team player and natural leader Passionate about vintage fashion, particularly Y2K and early 2000s trends Organised, proactive and thrives in a growing business Salary: £30,000.00 (+Bonus scheme) Job type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Staff discount
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Y2K Vintage Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at Y2K Vintage
✨Know the Brand Inside Out
Before your interview, dive deep into Y2K Vintage's history, values, and product offerings. Understanding their unique selling points and what makes them stand out in the vintage fashion scene will show your genuine interest and help you connect with the interviewers.
✨Showcase Your Leadership Skills
As an Assistant Store Manager, you'll need to demonstrate your ability to lead and motivate a team. Prepare examples from your past experiences where you've successfully managed a team or improved store performance. Highlight your coaching style and how you foster a positive culture.
✨Be Ready to Discuss Sales Strategies
Since driving sales is a key responsibility, come prepared with ideas on how to enhance customer experience and boost sales. Think about specific strategies you've used in the past and be ready to discuss how you would implement similar tactics at Y2K Vintage.
✨Engage with the Community
Y2K Vintage is all about building a community. Be prepared to talk about how you would create a welcoming environment and engage with customers. Share any previous experiences where you've successfully built relationships within a community or enhanced customer loyalty.