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Lead Online Manager

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    People, HR & Administration
  • Milton Keynes

Requirements

  • Your leadership experience could be in any customer focussed industry, not necessarily Food Retail.
  • We’re looking primarily for the desire to achieve success through your people and a love for connecting with customers.
  • You might currently be managing a smaller supermarket or convenience store or already in a team leadership role.
  • Maybe you’re looking for a new challenge after a career break or transferring from another big store retail environment or another sector.
  • Wherever you’re working now, you’ve demonstrated you can make a difference.
  • What matters most is you – that you’re motivated to develop, dedicated to bringing out the best in others and, like all of us, passionate about customer service.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll be coaching, motivating and guiding your managers to work as a productive team, building their capabilities and leading them through change
  • You’ve mastered helping your team put themselves in the customers’ shoes, taking genuine pride in how we deliver a better service and spot opportunities
  • You’ll be leading through communication; clearly articulating how we’re performing and inspiring improvements for now, and the next quarter
  • You will be developing yourself as the operational expert and acting as a role model for your team
  • You’re confident making decisions at pace and feel empowered and accountable to run your area of the store – and to deputise for the Store Manager

FAQs

What is the salary for the Lead Online Manager position?

The salary starts from £33,800.00.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at the Milton Keynes Store, Milton Keynes, MK9 2FW.

What type of contract is being offered for this position?

The contract type is permanent.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 11 November 2024.

What is the main focus of the Lead Online Manager role?

The main focus is to lead a management team within a busy store, enhancing customer service and supporting online operations.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Leadership experience in a customer-focused industry is required, though not necessarily in Food Retail.

Will there be opportunities for career advancement in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities to advance to Deputy Store Manager or Store Manager roles and potentially positions in head office or across the Sainsbury’s family.

What training and support can I expect if hired?

You will receive a clear induction, orientation, and a specific training plan tailored to your needs, with support and coaching from your manager.

Are there any benefits associated with the position?

Yes, benefits include a discount card, free food and hot drinks, generous holiday entitlement, pension contributions, wellbeing support, and more.

Do I need specific technical knowledge for this position?

No specific technical knowledge is required; a desire to achieve success through your people and a passion for customer connection are most important.

Lend a hand, lead an industry, break the mould. Become the best you that you can be, in a role you enjoy.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

  • Colleague discount card

    4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).

  • Annual bonus scheme

    While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.

  • Pensions

    Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.

  • Holidays

    Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.

  • Love it

    Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?

  • Awards for long service

    We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.