Store Manager Gateshead, England
Job description
After recently experiencing an exciting period of change, Oak Furnitureland is searching for other people with similar values to work with us in one of our fast paced Retail stores where no 2 days are ever the same . Interested in working for a company that embraces a ‘one team’ approach that is adaptive and authentic, that follows through with its word, and that celebrates the expertise of its employees? Do you have a customer-centric approach, are open and honest, possess good communication skills, and are willing to share your knowledge.
Be part of the team and work with great people, brilliant products and the fastest growing furniture brand in the UK
The real you will make the real difference
The Store Manager role is a vital and integral part of our business. Our customers and can count on you for valuable guidance as they seek to design the ideal home for themselves. You are an excellent listener who takes time to understand the needs of the customer and you will take a consultative approach to the sale, ensuring your customers leave having purchased the perfect product while experiencing an excellent customer journey. As an accomplished, motivational and inspirational manager you will be able to deliver a great team sales performance. You are a great people person who cares, nutures and supports their team, someone who is able to lead by example displaying the OFL values and behaviours. You will be an experienced sales professional in big box retail, ideally furniture, although this is not essential as in-depth structured training will be provided.
Benefits
On top of the basic benefits we can offer you a number of great incentives.
Basic Salary: £37,500, realistic OTE £65k, top performers OTE £80k
As allStore Managers will be required to work both weekend days we are able to offer one weekend in every six off.
We offer a superb onboarding and training programme
Development programmes to support internal career advancement
Fantastic staff discount on all Oak Furnitureland products on successful probation completion
Life Assurance of 2 times your annual salary
Access to an employee discount programme giving you additional discounts on a variety of retailers, cinemas and childcare.
28 Days holiday (includes Bank Holidays)
And finally Happy Birthday to you! In addition to your regular holiday entitlement, we give you a day off for your birthday
Additional Information
40 hours per week 5 days out of 7
Essential Skills
Motivational and inspirational manager who can deliver a great team sales performance an exceptional customer experience
Experienced people manager, who cares, nurtures, and supports their team
Hands-on manager who can lead by example, displaying the OFL values and behaviours
Experienced sales professional in big box retail, ideally furniture, although this is not essential as in-depth structured training will be provided
About Company
We have a lot of things to be proud of here at Oak Furnitureland.
Firstly, let’s talk about our furniture itself. From beautiful bedroom cabinetry and sofas you can’t help but sink into, to dining tables you can gather around with loved ones and customisable mattresses that guarantee a dreamy night’s sleep, there’s something for every room in the home.
All our furniture is exclusively designed and properly made. We use quality hardwood that’s been responsibly sourced, and we let the natural beauty of the wood shine through in each piece.
And then we have our people. From our showroom colleagues and our delivery drivers to our customer service team and logistics department; everyone works as one united team, driven by a shared purpose and values.
In short, we make furniture that we’re really proud of, so that we can help people make their house a real home. Why not join us?
At Oak Furnitureland we have put Diversity and Inclusion at the top of our people agenda, as we believe that a more diverse and inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds are truly represented ensures better outcomes for all colleagues and the business.
You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose and values. We are committed to fairness in the way we hire new colleagues and if you require any additional support to help you through the process we’re happy to make the necessary adjustments for anyone that needs them.
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