Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager

Representing a Leading Supermarket Brand

Are you a passionate leader ready to inspire high-performing teams, drive store success, and step up toward store management? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is looking for dynamic Assistant Store Managers to join teams across West Sussex (Crawley, East Grinstead, and Horsham).

If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and take pride in leading by example, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career!

Job Details

• Role: Assistant Store Manager (Store Operations)

• Locations: West Sussex, Crawley, East Grinstead, Horsham

• Salary: £38,525 – £45,420 per annum (pro rata)

• Contract Type: Permanent (Flexible contracts of 32, 36, or 40 hours per week)

What You’ll Be Doing

Working directly alongside the Store Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role in store operations, team engagement, and customer satisfaction:

• Team Leadership & Engagement: Inspire, motivate, and manage colleagues to reach performance targets and hit key store KPIs.

• Store Operations: Coordinate shift schedules, oversee stock deliveries, manage stock rotation, and maintain strict product quality standards.

• Till & Financial Management: Supervise till operations, ensuring accuracy, cash handling efficiency, and smooth checkout flow.

• Compliance & Safety: Enforce Health & Safety regulations, due diligence, and store compliance standards.

What We’re Looking For

• People Management Experience: Proven leadership track record in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting.

• Operational Efficiency: Excellent time-management skills with the ability to maintain smooth daily store operations.

• Target-Driven Mindset: Motivated to consistently reach and exceed store performance metrics.

• Standards & Compliance Focus: Deep understanding of customer service excellence, health & safety, and due diligence guidelines.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Earning: £38,525 – £45,420 (pro rata depending on weekly hours selected).

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible contracts (32, 36, or 40 hours per week).

• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & online wellness portal access.

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

• Lifestyle Benefits: Discounts on gym memberships, cinema tickets, holiday packages, and ongoing career progression.