Imagine Recruitment |
| Company |
Imagine Recruitment |
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| Contact |
Louise Thompson |
| Telephone |
0871 750 1444 |
| Email / web |
louise.thompson@imaginerecruitment.com |
| Address |
1 Atlas House
, St Georges Square
, Bolton
, Greater Manchester
, BL3 4DQ |
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| Job Title |
Buyer |
| Location |
Yeovil, Somerset |
| Salary/rate |
£45000 - £50000/annum plus excellent bonus and benefits |
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| Job number |
128130795 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (14:18) |
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Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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This role will be responsible for developing and sourcing products within the criteria of the business proposition, negotiating optimum sales and profit performance and driving business growth. This will include :-
¢ Actively managing the supplier market to leverage the Company's purchasing power and enhance its competitive position.
¢ Promoting the companies brand whilst building value-adding relationships with our current and potential suppliers.
¢ Identifying and exploiting opportunities to source products at a lower price/higher margin.
¢ Anticipating and responding effectively to emerging competitor and customer activity.
¢ Providing product expertise to help achieve an effective selection process.
¢ Accounting for and making recommendations on trends/risks and opportunities in current product performance.
¢ Contributing to the overall maintenance and development of the Buying function.
¢ Maintaining the overall integrity of the purchasing process and its compliance with quality, ethical standards and Company policy.
¢ Managing a small team of assistant buyers and buying assistants
JUDGEMENT - the ability to adopt a sharp and rigorous approach to problems, allied with an effectiveness in spotting issues early, in a manner that allows new opportunities and problems to be identified ahead of time, and new perspectives framed.
DRIVE - a relentless drive to have a broad impact, with a preparedness to question and challenge the status quo, and the self-assurance that enables goals to be achieved. They want to "leave a mark" rather than just achieve results.
INFLUENCE - the individual has a good understanding of themselves and knows how to influence the behaviour of other people to achieve goals.
Experience
Significant prior experience in a buying role is essential for this position. Candidates will be experienced in sourcing new products, managing a vendor base, negotiating and re-negotiating with suppliers.
Experience of buying in DIY, Food, General Merchandise or FMCG is preferred, but not essential. Successful candidates in our current team have come from supermarkets, DIY retailers and FMCG.
Proven experience in driving new product development and identifying commercial opportunities, demonstrating real commercial acumen and quantifiable results
Direct sourcing experience and experience of working within a seasonal sector/industry are advantageous
Candidates must demonstrate proven experience in negotiation skills and the ability to effectively influence others
Experience in other related functions is desirable ( e.g. operations, supply chain, marketing ) ensuring wider understanding of total business
Prior experience in managing a small team of staff including coaching and developing team members is desirable)
Strong numerical and financial management skills - highly numerate (typically 85th percentile in SHL testing)
Knowledge of our product range/market/competitors are advantageous, but not essential |
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
PF/10528 |
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| Job Title |
General Store Manager |
| Location |
Erith, Kent |
| Salary/rate |
£30000 - £35000/annum |
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| Job number |
128116264 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Company: Leading European Retailer
Vacancy: General Manager
Location: Erith
Package: £30,000 - £35,000
Would you like to join the UK's favourite high street retailer, committed to providing outstanding value for money to their customers. Their values are to give exceptional standards of service and customer care at the lowest possible prices - a successful recipe that explains why they continue to grow at the rate of around 20 new stores a year, with there current portfolio at 245 stores, with an ambition to have 400 stores by 2010. In order to fuel their expansion, we are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic, fast paced and driven individuals with a flair and passion for retailing. Promotional opportunities are available in every position in the business and the rate at which you progress is down to you.
Our client offers a huge range of products from home and garden, DIY and kitchenware to gardening, home accessories, pet-care, household disposables and confectionery - and all under one roof on the high street.
Upon being successful the appointed candidate would undergo an intensive 10 month training programme and once successfully completing this to be appointed their own fast pace, high volume operation.
Key Responsibilities:
" The Store Manager is responsible for managing and controlling the overall operation of the store in line with Company policies and procedures.
" To review budgetary targets, achieve the necessary operating standards and customer service levels to secure required profitability.
" Recruit, train and develop all Management and Staff to increase their abilities in order to perform their duties effectively, and prepare them for progression to more senior positions.
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK's leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK's top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
PF/9816 |
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| Job Title |
Assistant Store Manager |
| Location |
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk |
| Salary/rate |
£14000 - £20000/annum Plus Benefits |
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| Job number |
128115765 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Company: Leading European Retailer:
Vacancy: Retail Non Food Assistant Store Manager
Location:
Package: £
Would you like to join the UK’s favourite high street retailer, committed to providing outstanding value for money to their customers. Their values are to give exceptional standards of service and customer care at the lowest possible prices - a successful recipe that explains why they continue to grow at the rate of around 20 new stores a year, with there current portfolio at 274 stores, with an ambition to have 370 stores by 2010. In order to fuel their expansion, we are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic, fast paced and driven individuals with a flair and passion for retailing. Promotional opportunities are available in every position in the business and the rate at which you progress is down to you.
Our client offers a huge range of products from home and garden, DIY and kitchenware to gardening, home accessories, pet-care, household disposables and confectionery - and all under one roof on the high street.
Upon being successful the appointed candidate would undergo an intensive 10 month training programme and once successfully completing this to be appointed their own fast pace, high volume operation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Assistant Manager is responsible for maintaining the effective operation of the store in the absence of the General Manager.
• Responsible for the effective delivery of the day to day operation and retail standards.
• Accountable for delivering the training, coaching and development strategy for the store operation
• Providing guidance and monitoring the work of the store team to ensure that productivity and customer service standards are sustained to the highest level.
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK’s leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK’s top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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| Job type |
Permanent |
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| Contract length |
Permament |
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| Start date |
ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
FOWYAR |
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| Job Title |
Sales Professional |
| Location |
Leeds, West Yorkshire |
| Salary/rate |
£15000 - £17000/annum Average OTE £35,000 Plus Ben |
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| Job number |
128115728 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Work for one of the UK’s leading retailers with over 75 stores across the UK and plans to increase to over 100 stores. This company is renowned for its excellent customer service and high retail standards. Recognised in the retail industry as a true market leader and the number one in its field.
Key Measures:
• Ensuring customers needs are exceeded
• Ensuring housekeeping standards are maintained
• Achieving Retail and company KPI targets
• Ability to converse with any customers about products or services at a generic level whether in person or on the phone
Key Skills:
• Have high energy and personal pride
• Display self motivation in the achievement of goals
• Lead by example with a ‘Can Do’ attitude
• Be Honest, straightforward and fair in dealings with customers and colleagues
• Be a team leader and a team player
• Ability to deliver first class customer service
• Strong selling skills
• Ability to make decisions
• Competitor awareness and commerciality
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK’s leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK’s top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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| Job type |
Permanent |
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Permanant |
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| Start date |
ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Rick McGovern |
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| Ref no |
McGYorkshire |
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| Job Title |
Assistant Manager |
| Location |
St Albans, Hertfordshire |
| Salary/rate |
£16000 - £23000/annum Plus Exceptional Benefits |
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| Job number |
128116677 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Company: Leading European Retailer:
Vacancy: Retail Non Food Assistant Store Manager
Location:
Package: £
Would you like to join the UK’s favourite high street retailer, committed to providing outstanding value for money to their customers. Their values are to give exceptional standards of service and customer care at the lowest possible prices - a successful recipe that explains why they continue to grow at the rate of around 20 new stores a year, with there current portfolio at 274 stores, with an ambition to have 370 stores by 2010. In order to fuel their expansion, we are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic, fast paced and driven individuals with a flair and passion for retailing. Promotional opportunities are available in every position in the business and the rate at which you progress is down to you.
Our client offers a huge range of products from home and garden, DIY and kitchenware to gardening, home accessories, pet-care, household disposables and confectionery - and all under one roof on the high street.
Upon being successful the appointed candidate would undergo an intensive 10 month training programme and once successfully completing this to be appointed their own fast pace, high volume operation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Assistant Manager is responsible for maintaining the effective operation of the store in the absence of the General Manager.
• Responsible for the effective delivery of the day to day operation and retail standards.
• Accountable for delivering the training, coaching and development strategy for the store operation
• Providing guidance and monitoring the work of the store team to ensure that productivity and customer service standards are sustained to the highest level.
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK’s leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK’s top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
FOW-WIL |
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| Job Title |
Department Manager |
| Location |
North East |
| Salary/rate |
£14000 - £16000/annum |
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| Job number |
128116261 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Company: Leading European Retailer:
Vacancy: Retail Non Food Department Manager
Location: Leeds and York
Package: £14,000 - £16,000
Would you like to join the UK's favourite high street retailer, committed to providing outstanding value for money to their customers. Their values are to give exceptional standards of service and customer care at the lowest possible prices - a successful recipe that explains why they continue to grow at the rate of around 20 new stores a year, with there current portfolio at 245 stores, with an ambition to have 400 stores by 2010. In order to fuel their expansion, we are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic, fast paced and driven individuals with a flair and passion for retailing. Promotional opportunities are available in every position in the business and the rate at which you progress is down to you.
Our client offers a huge range of products from home and garden, DIY and kitchenware to gardening, home accessories, pet-care, household disposables and confectionery - and all under one roof on the high street.
Upon being successful the appointed candidate would undergo an intensive 10 month training programme and once successfully completing this to be appointed their own fast pace, high volume operation.
Key Responsibilities:
" Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Department Manager is responsible for maintaining the effective operation of the store in the absence of the General Manager and Assistant Manager.
" Responsible for the effective delivery of the day to day operation and retail standards.
" Accountable for delivering the training, coaching and development strategy for the store operation
" Providing guidance and monitoring the work of the store team to ensure that productivity and customer service standards are sustained to the highest level.
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK's leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK's top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
PF/9811 |
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General Store Manager |
| Location |
Stevenage, Hertfordshire |
| Salary/rate |
£28000 - £35000/annum Plus Exceptional Benefits |
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| Job number |
128116664 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Company: Leading European Retailer
Vacancy: General Manager
Location: Various
Package: £28,000 – 35,000
Would you like to join the UK’s favourite high street retailer, committed to providing outstanding value for money to their customers. Their values are to give exceptional standards of service and customer care at the lowest possible prices - a successful recipe that explains why they continue to grow at the rate of around 25 new stores a year, with there current portfolio at 276 stores, with an ambition to have 500 stores by 2012. In order to fuel their expansion, we are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic, fast paced and driven individuals with a flair and passion for retailing. Promotional opportunities are available in every position in the business and the rate at which you progress is down to you.
Our client offers a huge range of products from home and garden, DIY and kitchenware to gardening, home accessories, pet-care, household disposables and confectionery - and all under one roof on the high street.
Upon being successful the appointed candidate would undergo an intensive 10 month training programme and once successfully completing this to be appointed their own fast pace, high volume operation.
Key Responsibilities:
• The Store Manager is responsible for managing and controlling the overall operation of the store in line with Company policies and procedures.
• To review budgetary targets, achieve the necessary operating standards and customer service levels to secure required profitability.
• Recruit, train and develop all Management and Staff to increase their abilities in order to perform their duties effectively, and prepare them for progression to more senior positions.
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK’s leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK’s top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
FOW-WIL |
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| Job Title |
General Store Manager |
| Location |
Luton, Hertfordshire |
| Salary/rate |
£25000 - £35000/annum Plus Exceptional Benefits |
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| Job number |
128116665 |
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| Posted |
07/05/2008 (12:53) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Imagine Recruitment |
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Description
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Company: Leading European Retailer
Vacancy: General Manager
Location: Various
Package: £28,000 – 35,000
Would you like to join the UK’s favourite high street retailer, committed to providing outstanding value for money to their customers. Their values are to give exceptional standards of service and customer care at the lowest possible prices - a successful recipe that explains why they continue to grow at the rate of around 25 new stores a year, with there current portfolio at 276 stores, with an ambition to have 500 stores by 2012. In order to fuel their expansion, we are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic, fast paced and driven individuals with a flair and passion for retailing. Promotional opportunities are available in every position in the business and the rate at which you progress is down to you.
Our client offers a huge range of products from home and garden, DIY and kitchenware to gardening, home accessories, pet-care, household disposables and confectionery - and all under one roof on the high street.
Upon being successful the appointed candidate would undergo an intensive 10 month training programme and once successfully completing this to be appointed their own fast pace, high volume operation.
Key Responsibilities:
• The Store Manager is responsible for managing and controlling the overall operation of the store in line with Company policies and procedures.
• To review budgetary targets, achieve the necessary operating standards and customer service levels to secure required profitability.
• Recruit, train and develop all Management and Staff to increase their abilities in order to perform their duties effectively, and prepare them for progression to more senior positions.
WHO WE ARE:
Imagine Recruitment is the UK’s leading retail recruitment consultancy, with our consultants having solid backgrounds in retail and service sectors, setting the industry standard across UK. We are preferred supplier to many of the UK’s top retailers, recruiting positions across Store Operations, HR, Distribution, Area and Regional Management, and Executive Search.
We develop and motivate our people and reward their contribution, so they are equipped to deliver an exceptional service every time. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit that gives us the freedom to challenge conventional thinking and ways of working. We work with openness, integrity and humour to create an environment of trust and respect.
Imagine: a dynamic, exciting and supportive business environment that embraces change to maintain its unique culture.
Imagine are strong relationship builders, delivering the same level of service to everybody who interacts with us. The core values of Imagine are honesty, commitment, effective communication and delivery. Imagine is focussed on offering great career opportunities for candidates and delivering the best for our clients.
IMAGINE HOW GOOD IT COULD BE……
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Paul Fowler |
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| Ref no |
FOW-WIl |
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