Portishead, BS20 7AL
Are you an experienced proactive shop manager? Would you love to use your retail knowledge and experience for an important cause? If so, come and join one of the UK’s most recognisable charities and contribute to the work we do across Sue Ryder.
Our bright and airy Sue Ryder community shop in Portishead is within easy level access from both the High Street and the marina. Nestled between Waitrose and the library, this shop caters for all needs, from children's clothes, books and toys to good quality menswear. Our ladies wear department is full of desirable, fashionable and high end items donated both locally and further afield. Our new goods department brims with affordable homewares and wool. Remember that you could often be moving stock – which may involve lifting heavy goods or furniture.
To be successful in this role you’ll have the commercial awareness to deliver sales and meet deadlines combined with ability to plan and prioritise. Knowledge of antique furniture or bric-a-brac would be an advantage. You will have proven team leadership skills and the ability to lead a large team of volunteers. It is essential is that you enjoy engaging with people, you have a positive can do attitude and a good understanding of financial and IT administration
A little bit about us... We are one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 450 shops. Our highly effective retail operation generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical and emotional support every year, in our hospices and neurological centres, in people's homes and in the community. Our much-loved presence on high streets across the country - with a range of new and innovative shops, including boutiques, vintage and retro shops, and large format stores, we want to continue drive up the income that our retail operations generate.
*Competitive Benefits Package* – 25 days holiday rising to 30 with length of service plus bank holidays, option to buy and sell up to five days holiday, company pension scheme, staff discount with thousands of retailers, enhanced maternity pay, staff discount of 15% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.