[ref. i46806320] Clarks - Store Manager

In the Clarks archive, more than 22,000 pairs of shoes have sparked revolutions and defined generations. From the original Clarks Desert Boot, first designed by Nathan Clark and launched in 1950, to the iconic Wallabee, each design has an instantly recognisable signature that makes it unmistakably Clarks.

Are you ready to step into a leadership role with a company that values passion, fun, and exceptional customer service? Clarks is looking for a Store Manager to lead our team at our Oxford store!

• A positive, customer-focused mindset.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team passion for creating an exceptional shopping experience.
• Retail or customer service experience (bonus points for leadership experience, but we will train the right person!).

• Lead and motivate the team to achieve targets and deliver the required consumer experience.
• Manage controllable costs and efficiencies to proactively improve profitability.
• Responsible for the management of the sales floor during trading hours.
• Regularly review commercial opportunities and consumer feedback to improve sales and take appropriate action.
• Lead implementation of the trading plan, including visual merchandising, to ensure the store and team are ready for all trading periods.
• Plan staffing levels against trading plan and manage rotas.
• Ensure all employment changes and relevant forms are completed to ensure team members are paid accurately and on time, including ensuring capability of management team to deliver.
• Recruit, develop and train a high performing and highly engaged team.
• Manage Health and Safety procedures in store including ensuring all team members understand their responsibilities.
• Manage all Employee Relations issues (including underperformance issues) fairly and in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures.
• Regularly review own performance and maintain a personal development plan.
• Manage cash, stock and security procedures to Company standards, including ensuring all team members understand their responsibilities.
• Ensure store compliance with all company and legal requirements, including visual merchandising guidelines, PCI, data protection, right to work, etc.

• Ensures the store administration processes are carried out effectively, with audit targets achieved.
• Ensures the effective management of the stock flow process to maximise sales and minimise losses

• Employee discounts on our legendary shoes
• Supportive & fun company culture
• Growth opportunities within Clarks

If you’re ready to lead with Clarks and be part of a company that celebrates creativity, community, and customer connection, apply today!