Deputy Manager

Deputy Store Manager – Retail Operations

Partner Client: Leading Supermarket Retailer

Represented by: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Location: Offerton, Stockport

Pay Rate: £14.75 – £15.72 per hour (Plus an additional £4.00 per hour whilst actively running the store)

Contract Type: Permanent | Flexible Hours (25 to 35 hours/week)

About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At Supportive Bridge, we make finding your next career move seamless and rewarding. We connect talented retail leaders with top-tier brands, offering guidance and support every step of the way from application to placement.

The Role

Looking for a leadership role that offers real responsibility, operational control, and a clear path toward store management? On behalf of our partner client, we are seeking a motivated Deputy Store Manager to join a busy, fast-paced team in Offerton, Stockport.

In this dynamic role, you’ll support the Store Manager by driving sales, maintaining exceptional customer service standards, keeping costs down, and leading by example. It’s the ultimate stepping stone for experienced team leaders ready to take their retail career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

• Store Leadership: Take full charge of running the store smoothly in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager.

• Customer Excellence: Deliver and inspire a team to provide customer service that consistently goes beyond expectations.

• Performance & KPIs: Support the Store Manager in boosting employee engagement, monitoring displays, and hitting store targets.

• Operations & Cash Control: Oversee till cashing up, manage safe deposits, and ensure efficient stock rotation and product quality.

• Compliance & Safety: Maintain rigorous health, safety, and due diligence standards across the store.

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership Experience: Proven background managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments (retail, hospitality, or dynamic service sectors).

• Operational Skills: Strong time management, organization, and cost-control capabilities.

• Target-Driven: Highly motivated to achieve and exceed performance goals consistently.

• Compliance Minded: Solid understanding of store safety, standards, and customer care.

• Note: Previous Store Management experience is a bonus, but not essential!

Benefits & Perks

• Enhanced Pay: £14.75 – £15.72 per hour, plus a £4.00 per hour bonus premium while running the store.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible contracts between 25 and 35 hours per week.

• Generous Leave: 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).

• Family Support: 26 weeks full pay for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave (following 1 year of service).

• Career Growth: Comprehensive initial training and structured career development opportunities.

• Lifestyle Discounts: Access to discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, holiday deals, and wellbeing programs.