Jobs in Ashbourne, uk

Retail Manager - Part-Time

Reference : APR20257023

Location : Carsington Water

Contract : Permanent

Hours : 30 hours per week. Weekend working will be required

Salary : £27,123.00 - £28,956.00 Pro Rata

Benefits : Pension, Life Assurance and Annual LeaveWe are looking for an excellent team player to join us as Retail Manager at the RSPB Carsington Water Shop.Carsington water is owned and managed by Severn Trent Water, and the RSPB retail outlet perfectly compliments visitors to the site. With a wide range of optics for birdwatchers or a large gift range for local visiting school groups, the shop stocks a range with something for everyone.We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and highly self-motivated with a strong retail and customer service background to manage the shop and the retail team to maximise the potential of the shop and drive income to support the charitable work of the RSPB.What's the role about?The focus of the role is to achieve key targets, lead staff and volunteers in delivering great customer service, and ensure customers have the best experience possible. You will help complete trading reports, conduct stock takes, maintain displays, process deliveries, operate tills and carry out banking responsibilities, and respond to visitor enquiries in a friendly professional manner.Essential skills, knowledge and experience : Relevant industry recognised qualification, or relevant experienceFinancial acumen with an understanding of financial data and management of budgetsA sound working knowledge of MS applications, including Excel and WordKnowledge of stock management, merchandising principles and a sound understanding of systems and procedures necessary to run a commercial retailoperationResults focussed with the ability to lead effective, high performing teamsStrong resource planning with effective allocation of teams and productThe ability to plan and prioritise tasksEffective in responding to customer and colleagues needs and feedback, delivering an exemplar customer service experienceSolutions focussed with the ability to effectively resolve problemProven track record of managing a successful retail storeExperience of managing and delivering targets and KPIs for a retail businessDesirable skills, knowledge and experience : Experience of working within a charityClosing date : 23 : 59, Mon, 26th May 2025We are Interviewing as we receive applications, so reserve the right to close the advert early, so please don't delay in making your application.Interested?If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.As part of this application process, you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on natures side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and / or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.No agencies please.

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