Contract
market operations manager
Rotherham

Posted Yesterday
Job Title: Interim Market Operations Manager
Location: Rotherham
Hours: Weekdays with Occasional Saturdays
Contract: Initial 5 months
We are seeking a hands-on and personable Interim Market Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of our indoor/outdoor market. With the outdoor market currently closed due to redevelopment, this is a critical time for our traders and community. We need a strong presence on-site to support operations, engage with traders, and maintain a smooth and safe environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations of the indoor market from early morning to 5pm
- Be a visible and approachable presence for traders and customers
- Manage a lean staffing structure, including admin and rent collection teams
- Oversee manual and operational teams with support from the Assistant Market Manager
- Maintain high standards of customer service and trader relations
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations
- Navigate challenges related to footfall and trader support during redevelopment
Ideal Candidate
- Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience managing multi-use environments or retail operations (e.g. supermarkets at senior level)
- Market management experience
- Confident in leading teams and working collaboratively across roles
- Practical understanding of Health & Safety procedures
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, sometimes challenging environment
To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on ((phone number removed)) or email (url removed).