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Assistant Manager - Croydon

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Hobbycraft

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level

AI generated summary

  • You must have assistant management experience in fast-paced retail, strong people skills, commercial awareness, understanding of retail KPIs, and proven people management capabilities.
  • You will deliver an exceptional shopping experience, support the Territory Manager, ensure store efficiency, and drive best practices to achieve KPI goals.

Requirements

  • Must have Assistant Management experience with a fast-moving retailer
  • Ability to work at pace and react to the changing needs of the customer
  • Excellent people skills with a proven track record of leading, developing and motivating a team
  • Commercial success & awareness
  • A real understanding of retail KPI’s
  • Proven retail management experience within a large retailer
  • Excellent awareness of retail systems and processes
  • Proven experience of people management

Responsibilities

  • The role of Assistant Manager at Hobbycraft is all about delivering an outstanding shopping experience.
  • You will be supporting the Territory Manager ensuring profitable and efficient operation of the store as well as driving best practice on all company initiatives and communications helping to achieve agreed KPI’s.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Manager position?

Candidates should have proven retail management experience within a large retailer, assistant management experience with a fast-moving retailer, and a strong awareness of retail systems and processes.

Is prior experience in the retail sector necessary?

Yes, prior experience in retail management and assistant management within a fast-moving retailer is essential.

What are the key responsibilities of the Assistant Manager?

The key responsibilities include delivering an outstanding shopping experience, supporting the Territory Manager, ensuring profitable and efficient store operations, and driving best practices to achieve agreed KPIs.

What benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive a 25% discount card for Hobbycraft stores, generous holiday entitlement, a company pension contribution, access to the Employee Support Programme, and continuous training and development.

How does Hobbycraft promote diversity in the workplace?

Hobbycraft is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, regularly reviewing policies and practices to ensure fair treatment for all colleagues irrespective of their background.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there are continuous training, development opportunities, and performance management to help colleagues grow within the company.

Does Hobbycraft offer support for employees with disabilities?

Yes, Hobbycraft is committed to supporting anyone with a disability during the recruitment process and encourages them to reach out for any necessary adjustments.

What kind of working environment can I expect at Hobbycraft?

Hobbycraft offers a creative working environment that celebrates the joy of crafting and encourages teamwork and collaboration among colleagues.

How often do employee social events occur?

Hobbycraft organizes colleague social events throughout the year to foster a friendly and cohesive workplace culture.

What is the approach of Hobbycraft toward customer service?

Hobbycraft is dedicated to exceeding customer expectations and values its colleagues who share a passion for crafting and providing excellent customer service.

Where handmade careers are made!

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1995
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hobbycraft is an arts and crafts superstore retail chain in the United Kingdom. When the company started out there were only small independent arts and crafts suppliers, however a number of other online and High Street retail chains now operate in the same market place as HobbyCraft.