Ashton Recruitment require an Assistant Shop Manager (Charity) for our client based in Magherafelt.

Position: Assistant Shop Manager (Charity)

Location: Magherafelt

Duration: Permanent

Hours of work: 25 hours per week (rota basis during shop open times)

Pay Rate: £17,500 per annum

Duties will include:

• To maximise sales and profitability of the shop through the implementation of exceptional store standards and customer care and through sound financial management.
• Deputise for the Manager in their absence
• Lead on the recruitment, training and management of volunteers
• Manage and delegate tasks to volunteers and provide feedback or any concerns to the Shop Manager
• Assisting the Manager with the management, training and development of staff
• Undertake customer services duties as required, including supporting deliveries and collections of goods.
• Ensure cash handling, banking and till procedures are adhered to in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Reporting discrepancies and problems to the Manager.
• Complete all relevant training and initiatives provided by the charity.
• Responsible for security within the store and being on the lookout for shoplifters and fraudulent credit cards etc.
• Compliance with all internal policies and procedures including Health & Safety and Fire Safety etc
• As a key holder to assist with the opening/closing of the shop as required

Essential Criteria:

1. Minimum of 5 GSCE's including Maths and English
2. Minimum of 1 years' experience of recruiting, managing and developing staff or volunteers
3. Commitment to outstanding customer services and promotion of high standards within the shop
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
5. Clean driving licence (UK or ROI) and access to a vehicle for work purposes
6. Good IT and computer Skills
7. Good understanding of Health & Safety standards
8. Cash handling experience
9. Able to work flexibly during the shop's opening hours.
10. Ability to problem solve effectively
11. Good organisational skills

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience of managing a budget
2. Administrative skills to support the smooth running of the shop
3. Previous retail experience
4. Previous charity shop experience (paid or voluntary)

Ashton Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency.