Deputy Store Manager - Charity Retail

Deputy Store Manager - Charity Retail SuperstoreLocation:

Oxford, OxfordshireSalary:

£27,000 -£29,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Hours:

Full-time (37.5 hours per week, including weekends)Store Opening Hours:

Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 5pm and Sunday 10am - 4pmAre you an experienced retail professional with a passion for people, purpose and pre-loved goods? This is your chance to make a real difference in the community while building your leadership career in the charity retail sector.A well-established charity retailer in Oxford is looking for a Deputy Store Manager to support the day-to-day running of its flagship store and wider retail operation.This is more than a shop, it''s a place of social impact, where retail meets rehabilitation, reuse and reinvestment in people.About the RoleAs Deputy Store Manager, you will work closely with the Store Manager and a small leadership team to ensure the smooth, safe, and commercially successful running of the store.You will lead from the front, supporting, developing and motivating a diverse team of staff, volunteers and programme participants.This is a hands-on, multi-faceted role that spans shop floor leadership, people management, operational coordination, and community engagement.Key Responsibilities:Support the Store Manager in all areas of store operations and deputise in their absenceLead and inspire a team of volunteers and programme participants (Companions) to deliver excellent customer service and achieve sales targetsOversee shop floor standards, health and safety checks and day-to-day operational excellenceSupport stock control and ensure smooth coordination with the collections and deliveries teamContribute to financial performance through accurate till procedures and cost controlsHelp maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and purposeful retail environment in line with the charity''s valuesWork collaboratively across the wider retail and support teamAbout You:Essential:Previous retail leadership/supervisory experience and a strong customer focusStrong leadership and delegation skillsExcellent communication, organisation and time managementAbility to work weekends on a rota basisDesirable:Retail management experience in charity or second-hand retailExperience working with vulnerable individuals or those with challenging behaviours would be advantageousExperience supervising volunteersFirst Aid or Health and Safety qualificationsPassion for sustainability and social impactWhy Apply?Join a purpose-driven organisation making a difference in OxfordshireWork in a values-led environment with a focus on community, inclusion and sustainabilityHelp transform lives while developing your own leadership careerCompetitive salary and supportive team cultureReady to step into a meaningful retail management role?Apply today and be part of something bigger.By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:Buying and Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity and Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale and Production | Finance | HR and Talent | HandS and Compliance | Hospitality, Catering and Leisure | Marketing, Digital and Technology | Office and Administration | Property and Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments and Executive | Sales and FMCG | Supply Chain and Logistics and Warehouse | Manufacturing and ..... full job details .....