Assistant Manager

Northern Ireland Hove, East Sussex
£28,694-55,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

5 days ago

Our Assistant Managers bring an infectious enthusiasm to our retail environments which cascades throughout their teams. They coach, motivate, and inspire their colleagues to produce outstanding performance which is demonstrated through a customer experience second to none. A high attention to organisational detail is required for this role as our Assistant Managers will take responsibility for operational aspects of our teams such as rotas, appraisals, and stock management.What you'll be doing

To effectively and proactively support the team to achieve goals, targets and expectations through coaching and development
Lead by example in helping deliver exceptional customer experience by effective listening, questioning and supporting the customer throughout the entire journey from beginning to end
Assist the Branch Manager in the day to day running of the showroom
Share best practice amongst team members and drive a positive work environment
Act as an ambassador for our group values, using your positive influence to create a winning team where everyone feels welcome
Demonstrate passion for fantastic customer service and the ability to lead a team to mirror your high standards

The role is for you if...

You are adaptable, motivated and inspirational
You have excellent communication skills and can effortlessly connect with stakeholders of all levels
You have a good foundation of leadership experience from retail or commercial sales experience
You want a career with fantastic opportunities and progression
You like to work in a fun, friendly and rewarding environment
You care about our customers and want to deliver the best possible customer experience
You find it easy to engage with others from all backgrounds and can easily adapt your style depending on who you're talking to
You have good commercial awareness and a play to win mentality

About DFSIt takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home - and that's just what we do at DFS. We're the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.We're a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together. We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills - so you can really 'find your thing'.DFS Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer; celebrating diversity and committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We extend a warm welcome to everyone, embracing a variety of voices and perspectives. As we continue to work on building a workplace that is representative of the customers we serve and the communities we live and work in, we strongly encourage applications from members of minority and under-represented groups. Across the Group, we want to create an environment where everyone feels at home.(All roles are subject to satisfactory references and DBS check)DFS Benefits

Retail Bonus Scheme - opportunity to earn bonus and uncapped commission every month
Progression and Development opportunities to grow your skills
A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)
Generous holiday allowance - the time you need to rest and relax and the longer you're with us, the more time you'll get! Opportunity to purchase additional holidays each year!
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member
Access to a range of high street & online discounts from: Sainsbury's, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more.
Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships to help you unwind
Group Pension Scheme
Group Sharesave Scheme
Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay
Full comprehensive training
Paid days to volunteer each year

Any offer is subject to references & DBS Checks

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