Store Manager

Southern Co-op

  • Camberley, Surrey
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
As our Store Manager, you’ll take full ownership of your store, driving performance, leading an incredible team, and creating a space where people thrive. We truly believe our people are the heart of our business, and we're passionate about helping them grow. With opportunities like our fast-track management training programme, you won’t just build a career, you’ll accelerate it!What you’ll get from us…We believe in rewarding our people with more, Here’s a taste of what’s in store:
  • Annual health check & 24/7 GP access with Aviva Digicare
  • Private medical insurance & critical illness cover
  • Group life assurance for added peace of mind
  • Pension scheme to plan for your future
  • Share incentive plan - own a piece of what you help build
  • 20% in-store discount to make your shop go further
  • Cycle to work scheme to keep you moving
  • Paid time off to support the causes you care about
  • 34 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising to 39 days after 5 years
What to expect…
  • Lead with purpose – Set clear goals and standards by shaping a smart store plan that keeps the business safe, legal, and high-performing.
  • Inspire outstanding service – Be the role model your team looks up to, turning great customer service into everyday action.
  • Spot the wins – Identify opportunities to grow and improve, and turn insights into results.
  • Be the face of the community – Champion the store locally by connecting with community groups and making a positive impact beyond the shop floor.
  • Grow future leaders – Own your team’s development by creating a strong succession plan that fuels long-term success.
What you'll need…
  • Management experience in food retail or a similar fast-paced environment
  • Strong commercial awareness and a sharp eye for business planning
  • A passion for delivering standout customer service
  • Confident communicator who can influence and inspire at every level
  • Personal Licence Holder—or willing to get one within 16 weeks
  • A growth mindset with a drive to develop and improve
  • A full UK Driving Licence is a bonus, but not a dealbreaker
About UsWe’re an independent Co-op, operating across the south of England running convenience food stores, funeral homes, crematoria, natural/woodland burial grounds and a Starbucks coffee franchise. We’re owned by our members, have over 4,000 colleagues and a purpose of working together for the benefit of our communities. We have a commitment to sustainable business and a promise to provide a fair, fresh approach, for all. This is achieved through investment in our communities, action we take to protect the environment and our support for local food producers.

Southern Co-op