The role
As a store manager, you are responsible for one shop's results. You set sales targets for the team, organise shelves and displays, order stock and track losses. You also recruit and coach sales staff, oversee the tills and report daily figures to head office.
Who is hiring
Supermarket chains, fashion and cosmetics retailers, electronics and phone shops, furniture stores and franchise brands hire store managers for malls and high streets. The job is on-site, usually with weekend shifts and peak periods around holidays.
Background and career path
Many start as sales assistants or cashiers and move up after a few years, others join with a degree in commerce or business. Strong managers progress to area manager or regional operations roles.