Retail Shift Manager
About this role
Job Advertisement: Retail Shift Manager (via Bridge Staffing Agency)
Position Overview
Role: Retail Shift Manager
Location: Unit 1, 62-96 Commercial Road, Southampton (SO40 3AG)
Salary: £15.45 to £15.95 per hour (Plus an extra £3.50 per hour for night shifts and £2.00 per hour for bank holidays)
Contract Type: Full-Time (35-hour contract, AM & PM shifts between 05:00 and 23:00 to include weekend working)
Reference Number: 746234
About the Role
Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Lidl to recruit a reliable, organized, and ambitious Retail Shift Manager in Southampton. In this leadership role, you will help maintain our high standards day after day, keeping the store running like clockwork in a bustling, fast-paced environment.
From motivating your team and delegating tasks to taking charge of shop-floor operations in the absence of senior management, this is a fantastic opportunity to prove your leadership capabilities and pave the way for long-term career success.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Motivate and support your colleagues, creating an environment where everyone can succeed and develop alongside you.
Operational Management: Manage store operations, cash processes, inventory, freshness checks, and stock management to ensure smooth shift execution.
Problem Solving: Swiftly solve daily challenges, delegate tasks effectively, and keep the team focused.
Customer Service: Deliver the very best shopping experience to every customer who visits the store.
What You’ll Need
Proven experience leading a team to achieve targets in a busy, fast-paced retail environment.
The ability to delegate tasks efficiently, stay calm under pressure, and keep a friendly, patient demeanor.
A proactive, encouraging approach to team development and store operations.
Passion to thrive as a key pillar of the store management team.
What’s on Offer (Benefits)
Competitive Pay: £15.45 - £15.95 per hour, plus enhanced shift and bank holiday premiums.
Generous Time Off: 30–35 days holiday (pro rata).
Perks & Discounts: 10% in-store discount and long-service awards.
Supportive Policies: Enhanced family leave and equal opportunity structures.
Career Growth: Comprehensive training with structured paths for internal progression.