Retail Supervisor

Job Location	Leechmere Industrial Estate
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£25,000 - £28,000 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time or part-time

Job Description

At Ability Supplies, we are looking for a Retail Supervisor to join our busy team. Don’t miss this opportunity to work in a leadership position for the largest independent Trade and DIY store in Sunderland.Retail SupervisorSunderland, SR2 9TX

Full Time and Part Time available (4 days or 5 days)
Permanent position
£25,000 - £28,000 per year + excellent benefits
Social hours – No late nights/night shift working
Previous product knowledge not required. Training provided
Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for alarm callouts required

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UKAbility is Sunderland’s leading discount trade and DIY supplier, with over 9,000 product lines on sale. Our large site (3,000 sq. m), including store and warehouse, boasts a stock holding of over 700 pallets.Benefits:

Competitive salary
Pension
On-the-job training
Real potential for career progression based upon skills and contribution
Joining an already established local company
No late night/night shift working required
Staff radios and duty manager phones provided
Free parking

About the role:As a Retail Supervisor, you need to be equally comfortable leading on your own or coordinating with other supervisors. Youll be expected to follow management instructions as well as come up with your own initiatives.Your responsibilities will include:

Supervise team, collaborate, and lead initiatives
Maintain morale, customer service, and operational compliance
Manage stock, store appearance, and coordinate sales promotions
Communicate with manager, oversee activities, and manage shop/warehouse operations
Handle goods, replenishment, tills, and demonstrate effective management
Conduct training, reviews, and enforce health/safety protocols
Address shrinkage, wastage, security, and fulfil key-holding/alarm duties

Hours

The store is open 7 days (Monday to Friday 7-6, Saturday 8-5 and Sunday 10-4)
Full time hours are 40 per week (usually over 4 or 5 days), planned on a rota basis
Alternative hours considered on a pro-rata salary scale - minimum of 4 days per week
No night shift/late night working planned

About you:Ideally, youll either be a supervisor already or well on your way to becoming one with a wealth of operational experience in either retail, warehouse, service or production industries.Were looking for individuals who are hungry to make a difference and willing to put the work in to achieve great results. In turn, the career progression opportunities are real.To succeed as a Retail Supervisor, you should:

Have a driving license and live within a 20-30 minute commute
Be an inspirational leader, setting the pace for others
Demonstrate exceptional organization and attention to detail
Possess strong numeric and communication skills
Have good spatial awareness and the ability to quickly grasp processes
Be equally comfortable managing tasks or getting hands-on
Thrive in dynamic retail environments, embracing challenges

If that sounds like you, join us and take your career to the next level!How to apply for the role:If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.Other suitable skills and experience include Retail, Wholesale, Trade, Floor Manager, Stock Manager, Quality Assurance, Production Control, Supervisor, Customer Service, Warehouse, Operations, Retail Supervisor.

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