Retail ManagerPaignton, DevonAbout UsWith over 2,000 animals spread across 80 acres of natural habitat, Paignton Zoo offers the u.....
Retail Manager
Paignton, Devon
About Us
With over 2,000 animals spread across 80 acres of natural habitat, Paignton Zoo offers the ultimate day out for old and young alike.
While most people know us as one of the region’s leading attractions, we are also a conservation and education charity that is working to make a difference to the lives of animals, both in the UK and across the world.
Part of the Wild Planet Trust, we are dedicated to protecting our global wildlife heritage and inspiring respect for animals, plants and the environment.
We are now looking for a Retail Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week. Working hours will vary over a seven day rota, including weekends and bank holidays.
The Benefits
- Salary of £27,416.03 per annum
- 33 days' paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Company sick pay – 12 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Free entry to our zoos for staff and immediate family
- Complimentary tickets
- Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
- Free staff parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Discounts Platform
- Access to Headspace Premium App
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- Enhanced family leave
This is a fantastic opportunity for a retail management professional to step into an engaging role with one of the South West’s most exciting visitor attractions.
Not only will you be contributing to the overall success and growth of Paignton Zoo, but you’ll be supported in your role with an excellent array of benefits, including training schemes, wellbeing initiatives and free entry to our zoos for you and your family!
So, if you want to help us create unforgettable visitor experiences, read on and apply today!
The Role
As a Retail Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth operation of our retail outlets across Paignton Zoo.
Providing an efficient, reliable and visitor-orientated service, you will drive a culture of excellence within the team ensuring every visitor is supported to have a great day out.
You’ll oversee all staffing matters, ensuring adherence to health and safety requirements, playing a vital role is recruiting, training and developing team members.
Working collaboratively with the Visitors Department, you’ll share ideas, develop short- and medium-term plans and identify ways to continuously improve on products, services and profitability.
About You
To be considered as a Retail Manager, you will need:
- Experience in a retail management role
- Experience of visual merchandising
- Experience of working towards KPIs
- A relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a subject such as management or customer care
The closing date for this role is the 26th January 2024.
Other organisations may call this role Retail Store Manager, General Manager, Store Manager, Retail Area Manager, Retail Team Manager, or Branch Manager.
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