Retail Shift Manager (Night Shift)

Retail Shift Manager (Night Shift)

• Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

• Client: Leading, Fast-Growing Food Retailer (Lidl GB)

• Location: Bristol Store (Aldermoor Lane, BS30 7TX)

• Base Hourly Rate: £14.95 - £15.45 per hour

• Premium Rates: Extra £3.50/hr for night shifts | Extra £2.00/hr on bank holidays

• Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (35-hour contract, night shifts: 21:30 - 07:00)

• Experience Level: Entry Level (with team leadership experience)

• Reference Number: 714689

About the Opportunity

At Supportive Bridge Staffing, we specialize in connecting driven leaders with businesses that champion their growth. We are proud to partner with one of the UK’s most popular, fast-paced supermarket chains to find a reliable, organized Retail Shift Manager to lead their night operations at the Bristol store.

If you are looking to take your first official step into retail management or prove your leadership capabilities, this role offers an incredible platform. You will be the engine that keeps the store running like clockwork, motivating your team through the night and ensuring the store is immaculate and perfectly stocked for the morning ahead.

What You’ll Do

• Night Shift Leadership: Take full responsibility for store operations during the night shift (21:30 - 07:00), leading independently in the absence of the Store and Deputy Manager.

• Team Direction: Motivate and support your team, delegating tasks swiftly and creating a positive workspace where colleagues can succeed alongside you.

• Daily Management: Handle critical inventory, stock rotation, cash processes, and strict freshness management to guarantee a smooth transition into morning trading.

• Operational Standards: Maintain impeccable store hygiene and layout standards, ensuring a fantastic customer experience from the moment doors open.

What You’ll Need

• Team Leadership: Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a high-volume, bustling, or fast-paced environment.

• Strong Delegation: The ability to effectively prioritize night-shift routines and keep a team focused and driven.

• Composure: A calm, patient approach with the ability to handle shifting priorities under tight deadlines.

• Proactive Mindset: A hands-on attitude, ready to roll up your sleeves alongside your team while helping colleagues develop their skills.

What You’ll Receive

Our client believes in rewarding hard work with an excellent, equal-opportunity pay structure and a comprehensive rewards package:

• Competitive Pay: £14.95 - £15.45 per hour base rate, plus substantial extra hourly premiums for night shifts and bank holidays.

• Time Off: 30-35 days holiday per year (pro rata).

• In-Store Perks: A 10% employee discount to help cut down your grocery bills.

• Family & Future: Contributory pension scheme and enhanced family leave.

• Recognition: Long service awards and continuous professional training to champion your advancement.