Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager | Sports Retail | Junction 32, Castleford | up to £35,000

We are recruiting for an Assistant Manager to join a high performing sports retail store at Junction 32 in Castleford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven retail leader who thrives in a fast paced environment, is passionate about sport, and is focused on delivering strong sales performance and an outstanding customer experience.

This role is ideal for an experienced Assistant Manager or Supervisor ready to step up, or a current Assistant Manager looking to progress within a fast growing sports retail environment.

Assistant Manager Benefits

• Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Bonus potential linked to store performance
• Generous staff discount
• Uniform provided
• Career development within a growing sports retail business
• Opportunity to work in a high footfall outlet destination store

Assistant Manager Responsibilities
As Assistant Manager, you will support the Store Manager in driving overall store performance, with a strong focus on sales, people, and operations.

You will

• Support the leadership of a motivated retail team to deliver strong commercial results
• Drive sales performance, KPIs, and service standards across the store
• Deliver an excellent customer experience with a strong sports retail focus
• Coach and develop team members to improve performance and engagement
• Support delivery of commercial actions to increase conversion, ATV, and footfall
• Assist with stock management, compliance, and back of house operations
• Analyse daily sales performance and support action planning
• Maintain high standards across visual merchandising and store presentation
• Take ownership of key areas of the store in the absence of the Store Manager

What We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a strong Assistant Manager who can demonstrate
• Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within retail
• Experience within sports, fashion, lifestyle, or premium retail environments
• A proven track record of supporting sales targets and KPI delivery
• Strong leadership and coaching ability
• Commercial awareness with a focus on driving performance
• A passion for sport, retail, and customer experience
• A hands on and proactive approach in a fast paced environmenT

If you are an ambitious Assistant Manager looking to progress your career in sports retail, APPLY TODAY!

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.

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