<?xml version='1.0' encoding='windows-1252'?><rss version='2.0'><channel><title>Retail Jobs</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk</link><description>Latest Retail Jobs</description><lastBuildDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:22:01 +0000</lastBuildDate><language>en-us</language><item><title>AREA MANAGER - MENSWEAR BRAND SOUTH EAST</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50244</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50244</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:05:47 +0000</pubDate><salary>£45000 - £55000 per annum + EXCELLENT BONUS AND BENEFITS</salary><location>South East</location><description>AREA MANAGER - AREA MANAGER - AREA MANAGER - AREA MANAGER - AREA MANAGER - AREA MANAGER 

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and successful menswear brand as Area Manager for the South East.  

Covering  a breadth of menswear stores, including many high profile and large standalone flagships, this is a role for someone who is currently a successful area manager, with expertise working for a major fashion brand, in a fast paced and KPI orientated business. 

You will be responsible for in excess of 20 stores with a cumulative annual sales turnover of £35 million per year.    You will be a superb man-manager with real ability to drive sales and customer service standards and other important KPIs. 

This as a business that has a real sense of style and individuality, selling both formalwear and casualwear, the brand is often the first brand of choice for the discerning male shopper.

There is great scope for career progression with the brand and the position offers excellent bonus and benefits for the right candidate.  




</description></item><item><title>Senior Product Developer Footwear</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50243</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50243</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:54:41 +0000</pubDate><salary>£32000 - £40000 per annum</salary><location>City of London</location><description>Senior Product Developer Footwear
London
Up to £40000 depending on experience

Our Client a High end Footwear Brand / Retailer is looking for a Senior Product Developer to join their busy expanding team.

You will work as a key member of the Product Team to develop World class footwear, which exceed expectations with regard to innovation, design and return on investment. 

Responsible for project management of footwear development from 2D designs to final prototypes and sales samples. You will need to turn a product brief in to a product that can be successfully commercialised. 

Key responsibilities:

&amp;#x2022;	Work as part of the development team during the trending / creation process
&amp;#x2022;	Liaison with Far East teams and factories (this will include travel)
&amp;#x2022;	Clear, concise project management of entire development process 
&amp;#x2022;	Clear, effective communication to all teams
&amp;#x2022;	Manage sample process to ensure all design, fit, function and cost issues are resolve
&amp;#x2022;	Manage cost breakdown analysis during product development 
&amp;#x2022;	Manage manufacturing process and ensure fit for end use performance
&amp;#x2022;	Selection and sourcing of suitable innovative materials

The ideal Candidate will have:

&amp;#x2022;	Substantial and demonstrable footwear development experience in a commercial organisation 
&amp;#x2022;	Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
&amp;#x2022;	Solid working knowledge of patterns, moulds, materials and manufacturing processes
&amp;#x2022;	Leather footwear experience essential, rubber footwear experience preferable 
&amp;#x2022;	Experience of Far East factories 
&amp;#x2022;	Effective in a factory environment 
&amp;#x2022;	Must be willing to travel
&amp;#x2022;	Proven project management experience 
&amp;#x2022;	Excellent PC skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc) 

If the above position is for you, please send your CV urgently to Erika Szatmari to erika@eliteassociates.co.uk
</description></item><item><title>Fresh Food Assistant Manager, Food Retail - Totten</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50242</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50242</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:02:34 +0000</pubDate><salary>15000-16500 Per Annum 15000 - 16500</salary><location>London, London (Central)</location><description>Fresh Food Manager, Food Retail, Tottenham, &amp;#163;16,000 - &amp;#163;16,500

There has never been a better time to become a Fresh Food Manager (Trading or Assistant Manager) with Somerfield. We are now part of The Co-operative Group and together we have become the UK?s fifth largest food retailer. As a successful Fresh Food Manager (Trading or Assistant Manager) in one of our 3,000 stores you will receive a competitive salary, staff discount and, most importantly unparalleled opportunities to progress your career. 
 
The Co-operative Food is enjoying a 17% increase in profit during the recession. So as well as being voted ?Convenience Retailer of the Year? at the retail industry awards for the second year running, we are also very secure as part of the wider Co-operative Group. All of this combined with our ethical approach to business means we are able to offer more to both our staff and our customers and live up to our slogan : ?Good with Food?.

Being a Fresh Food Manager

As a Fresh Food Manager you will take on responsibility for all departments offering fresh foods within a store, including Deli, Dairy, Produce, Meat, Bakery and Counters. You will also take on duty management responsibilities in the Store Manager?s absence, driving great customer service, product availability, store standards and adherence to legislation.

You will be supported every step of the way by our market-leading `Reach` training programme, aiming to have you signed off after 12 weeks.

Are you a Fresh Food Manager? 

We are looking for high performing individuals with previous experience of retail and people management and a real passion for delivering the best customer experience possible. You will have a pro-active, ?hands-on? management style, excellent communication and organisation skills and the ability to motivate, inspire and train others.

So if you have substantial experience of the Retail industry and a flexible, adaptable approach, you could well be the next Somerfield Fresh Food Manager?

Join us now!

This really is an exciting time to join a progressive, forward thinking company. 

Apply now!</description></item><item><title>Concession Manager</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50241</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50241</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 17:33:58 +0000</pubDate><salary>GBP 15000 to 16000 per annum  + BONUS + BENS</salary><location>Sheffield, South Yorkshire</location><description><p>Our client is one of the leading British Fashion Houses with over 950 outlets in the UK, Eire and Canada and opening more. Providing outstanding premium women&amp;rsquo;s wear across a diverse mix of brands.</p>
<p>They have an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Concession Manager</strong> in their key concession in <strong>Sheffield, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire</strong> - Commutable from Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster, Worksop and Chesterfield.</p>
<p>They take genuine pride across their business in ensuring the customer is at the centre of everything they do. Their experience begins with you. They have a loyal customer base which they have achieved through offering a unique personal shopping service. They are a supportive business where they can offer their managers the opportunity to fully manage all aspects of the store including involvement in local marketing initiatives.</p>
<p>To be successful in this role you will ideally have at least 2 years store management experience in a customer orientated environment. You will take pride in everything you do, be self-motivated to deliver results with commercial flair, energy and passion.</p>
<p>As one of our Concession Manager&amp;rsquo;s you must have experience of:</p>
<ul>
<li>Maximising      profits, beating sales targets and managing budgets</li>
<li>Demonstrating      commercial acumen</li>
<li>Driving      your team to deliver the ultimate customer experience</li>
<li>Managing      People &amp;amp; Training &amp;ndash; Inspire and motivate to ensure your team      consistently deliver high standards and a first class customer service      experience</li>
<li>Customer      services, the ability to deliver high standards and build long term      relationships</li>
<li>Developing      operational structures</li>
</ul>
<p>Benefits:</p>
<ul>
<li>Up to &amp;pound;16,000 Basic salary</li>
<li>Bonus </li>
<li>Superb clothing allowance</li>
<li>Unparalleled progression</li>
<li>Excellent training and development opportunities</li>
</ul>
<p>If you have the drive and passion to manage one of our high profile stores then please send us your CV.</p></description></item><item><title>Store Manager - Food Retail, Perth &amp; Kinross</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50240</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50240</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 17:19:30 +0000</pubDate><salary>£22,000 - £28,000 + bonus + pension + benefits</salary><location>Perth</location><description>Are you ready to manage your own Convenience Store??

Retail Store Manager - Perth &amp; Kinross - £22,000 - £28,000

The Co-operative is currently recruiting for an exciting new Store Manager Development Programme based in a store in the Perth &amp; Kinross area.

There’s never been a better time to join The Co-operative. We’re one of the largest food retailers, and we’ve spent £millions on strengthening our brand as the leading ethical food retailer on the high street. As well as welcoming Somerfield to the business we’ve also enjoyed a 17% increase in profits during a recession. So we are growing, changing, and we’re also very secure because we’re part of the wider Co-operative Group.

The Co-operative Way

Are you currently a retail manager who is eager to manage your own convenience store and help our ethical food business continue to grow from strength to strength? If the answer is ‘yes’, and you are a dynamic self-starter who embraces change, this might be just what you’re looking for.

After successful completion of our selection event, you’ll commence our 12-week ‘Co-operative Way’ Convenience Store Manager Development Programme. Focusing on various store management modules, all underpinned by our unique Co-operative brand and guided by a passionate Store Manager, the course will train and inspire you. So that when you complete it, you’re more than ready to take charge of a store. The programme is thorough and exciting, but it’s intense too – so you’ll need to be flexible.

We are looking for high performing Managers with established retail management experience. Our Managers can clearly demonstrate strong leadership skills and team management, resilience when faced with problems, the ability to coach and train others effectively and to organise and prioritise efficiently.

To be part of our success story apply today…</description></item><item><title>Store Manager</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50239</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50239</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 17:18:40 +0000</pubDate><salary>GBP 24000 to 26000 per annum  + BONUS + BENS</salary><location>South East, England</location><description><p>Our client is a leading British Fashion Retailer with outlets in the UK, Eire and Canada and more opening globally. They provide outstanding premium women&amp;rsquo;s wear across a diverse mix of brands.</p>
<p>They have an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Store Manager</strong> in their key store in <strong>Milton Keynes</strong>, Buckinghamshire - Commutable from Bedford, Buckingham, Leighton Buzzard, Northampton, Luton, Dunstable, Stevenage, Towchester and Newport Pagnell.</p>
<p>They take genuine pride across their business in ensuring the customer is at the centre of everything we do. Their experience begins with you. They have a loyal customer base which has been achieved through offering a unique personal shopping service. They are a supportive business who can offer their managers the opportunity to fully manage all aspects of the store including involvement in local marketing initiatives.</p>
<p>To be successful in this role you will ideally have at least 2 years store management experience in a customer orientated environment. You will take pride in everything you do, be self-motivated to deliver results with commercial flair, energy and passion.</p>
<p>As one of their Store Manager&amp;rsquo;s you must have experience of:</p>
<ul>
<li>Maximising      profits, beating sales targets and managing budgets</li>
<li>Demonstrating      commercial acumen</li>
<li>Driving      your team to deliver the ultimate customer experience</li>
<li>Managing      People &amp;amp; Training &amp;ndash; Inspire and motivate to ensure your team      consistently deliver high standards and a first class customer service      experience</li>
<li>Customer      services, the ability to deliver high standards and build long term      relationships</li>
<li>Developing      operational structures</li>
</ul>
<p>Benefits:</p>
<ul>
<li>Up to &amp;pound;25,000 Basic salary</li>
<li>Bonus </li>
<li>Superb clothing allowance</li>
<li>Unparalleled progression</li>
<li>Excellent training and development opportunities</li>
</ul>
<p>If you have the drive and passion to manage a high profile ladies fashion store then please send us your CV.</p></description></item><item><title>Store Manager - Food Retail, Aberdeen</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50238</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50238</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 17:17:36 +0000</pubDate><salary>£22,000 - £28,000 + bonus + pension + benefits</salary><location>Aberdeen</location><description>Are you ready to manage your own Convenience Store??

Retail Store Manager - Aberdeen - £22,000 - £28,000

The Co-operative is currently recruiting for an exciting new Store Manager Development Programme based in a store in the Aberdeen area.

There’s never been a better time to join The Co-operative. We’re one of the largest food retailers, and we’ve spent £millions on strengthening our brand as the leading ethical food retailer on the high street. As well as welcoming Somerfield to the business we’ve also enjoyed a 17% increase in profits during a recession. So we are growing, changing, and we’re also very secure because we’re part of the wider Co-operative Group.

The Co-operative Way

Are you currently a retail manager who is eager to manage your own convenience store and help our ethical food business continue to grow from strength to strength? If the answer is ‘yes’, and you are a dynamic self-starter who embraces change, this might be just what you’re looking for.

After successful completion of our selection event, you’ll commence our 12-week ‘Co-operative Way’ Convenience Store Manager Development Programme. Focusing on various store management modules, all underpinned by our unique Co-operative brand and guided by a passionate Store Manager, the course will train and inspire you. So that when you complete it, you’re more than ready to take charge of a store. The programme is thorough and exciting, but it’s intense too – so you’ll need to be flexible.

We are looking for high performing Managers with established retail management experience. Our Managers can clearly demonstrate strong leadership skills and team management, resilience when faced with problems, the ability to coach and train others effectively and to organise and prioritise efficiently.

To be part of our success story apply today…</description></item><item><title>Assistant Manager - Retail, Yeovil</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50237</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50237</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:04:56 +0000</pubDate><salary>14000-17000 Per Annum 13500 - 15000</salary><location>Somerset, Somerset</location><description>There has never been a better time to become a Trading Manager with Somerfield. We offer a competitive salary, staff discount, 30 days holiday per year (increasing with service) and, most importantly to us, unparalleled opportunities to progress your career. 

Now as part of The Co-operative Group, we are the UK?s leading community food retailer. We have doubled our share within the food retail market, and have grown from under 1000 stores to over 3000 in the UK. We believe this will propel us to become part of the big ?5? able to offer more to both our staff and our customers.

Being A Trading Manager
Depending on store turnover either two, three or four Trading Managers report directly to the Store Manager, with a team of Supervisors and Colleagues reporting to them. They also take on Duty Management responsibilities in the Store Manager?s absence, driving great customer service, product availability, store standards and adherence to legislation.

The Trading Manager role is divided into three main areas of the store:
Fresh: Taking Responsibility for all departments offering fresh foods within a store, including Deli, Dairy, Produce, Meat, Bakery and Counters. Our Fresh Trading Managers are passionate about quality, freshness, availability, standards, hygiene and legislation.
Services: Taking responsibility for all services departments within a store including Checkouts, Kiosk, Impulse areas, Systems, SELs (shelf-edge labels) and POS (point of sale). Our Services Trading Managers are passionate about delighting our customers in every contact they have with the store.
Ambient: Taking responsibility for all ambient departments within a store, including Grocery, Beers, Wines and Spirits, Non-food and Frozen. Our Ambient Trading Managers are passionate about availability, standards, hygiene and legislation.

You will be supported every step of the way by our market-leading `Reach` training programme, aiming to have you signed off after 12 weeks when you will receive a &amp;#163;1,000 salary increase.

Are You a Trading Manager? The right individual?
We are looking for high performing, target-driven Supervisors, Assistant Managers, Duty Managers, Deputy Managers or Store Managers with substantial people management experience and a real passion for delivering the best customer experience possible. You will have a pro-active, ?hands-on? management style, excellent communication and organisation skills and the ability to motivate, inspire and train others.

So if you have substantial experience of the Retail industry and a flexible, adaptable approach, you could well be the next Somerfield Trading Manager?

This really is an exciting time to join a progressive, forward thinking company. 

Apply now!
</description></item><item><title>Store Manager - Food Retail, Aberdeen Area</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50236</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50236</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 09:02:41 +0000</pubDate><salary>£25,000 - £30,000 + bonus + pension + benefits</salary><location>Aberdeen</location><description>Frequent internal promotions in this area mean that we are always on the lookout for possible Store Managers of the future! We are expecting a vacancy in this region to become available shortly, and are therefore looking to build up a ‘talent pool’ of suitable candidates so we can act quickly once this happens.

There has never been a better time to become a Store Manager with Somerfield. We are now part of The Co-operative Group and together we have become the UK’s fifth largest food retailer. As a successful Store Manager in one of our 3,000 stores you will receive a competitive salary, staff discount and, most importantly unparalleled opportunities to progress your career.

The Co-operative Food is enjoying a 17% increase in profit during the recession. So as well as being voted “Convenience Retailer of the Year” at the retail industry awards for the second year running, we are also very secure as part of the wider Co-operative Group. All of this combined with our ethical approach to business means we are able to offer more to both our staff and our customers and live up to our slogan – “Good with Food”.

The Store Manager role

At Somerfield, the life of a Store Manager is fast paced, varied and rewarding. No two days are the same and you will be challenged to lead and inspire others on a daily basis.

As Manager of a convenience focused food retail business you will have full accountability for every aspect of your store, and be the driving force that ensures success for your team in providing the highest level of customer service. You will get to know your local neighbourhood and will be responsible for building our brand and delivering our message within the local community.

Are you a Store Manager? The right individual

We are looking for high performing Managers with established retail management experience, an excellent understanding of financial information (knowledge of Profit &amp; Loss) and a thorough commercial awareness.

Our Managers can clearly demonstrate strong leadership skills and team management, resilience when faced with problems, the ability to coach and train others effectively and to organise and prioritise efficiently. They are confident leaders, able to communicate with both colleagues and customers alike, are results-driven, customer focussed and open to, and advocates of, change.

Register your Interest

If you would like to register your interest in any upcoming Store Manager roles in this area, apply now and we will be sure to make contact as soon as one becomes live!</description></item><item><title>Retail Store Manager</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50235</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50235</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 07:38:16 +0000</pubDate><salary>Up to £40,000</salary><location>Kent, Kent</location><description>Retail Store Manager
Tunbridge Wells
Up to £40,000 Plus Benefits 

Our client is the fastest growing home retailer in the UK with stores that are bursting with beautiful branded home products. And with new stores opening across the UK, the opportunities they offer are just as exciting and varied as their merchandise. An opportunity has now arisen for a Retail Store Manager to manage their new store in Tunbridge Wells. 

As a Retail Store Manager, you`ll do everything it takes to make sure your store offers an exciting shopping experience for each and every customer. You will help the store to maximise sales and profit, at the same time as minimising costs. 

Some of your most important duties will include ensuring the shop floor is always well merchandised, guaranteeing the smooth flow of stock from delivery, and driving the training, development and coaching of your retail team. 

To be considered for this position, you will need proven retail management experience within a customer-focused environment, plus excellent communication and decision-making skills. 

You will also need to demonstrate a track record of managing a high volume, high turnover retail environment (£2-3 million per year), with a focus on driving your business and developing talent within your team. 

As an effective influencer and decision-maker, as the Retail Store Manager you will also require a commercial focus, strong analytical skills and the ability to set clear goals and create a positive working environment.

Experience of managing large teams (30+ people), including a track record of managing assistant managers, department managers etc, would prove beneficial to your application. A background within home retail would be a distinct advantage. 

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on management style, a passion for customer service and a results-orientated approach. 

To apply for the role of Retail Store Manager, please simply send your CV and a covering letter via the button shown. If your skills and experience meet with any of our client`s requirements and/or needs, we will provide our client with your full details so that they can consider whether you may be suitable for the vacancy advertised. Your details, as submitted by you, will only be used in conjunction with this vacancy. By submitting your CV and cover letter to us, you give express consent to us using your details for this purpose.

Additional Keywords: Retail Store Manager, Store Manager, Shop Manager, Retail Manager, Fashion Retail, Retail Management, Store Management, Customer Service, Retail.

This vacancy is being advertised by Web Recruit Ltd. The services advertised by Web Recruit Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.</description></item><item><title>Retail Store Manager</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50234</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50234</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 07:31:16 +0000</pubDate><salary>Up to £40,000</salary><location>London, London (Central)</location><description>Retail Store Manager
London
Up to £40,000 Plus Benefits 

Our client is a part of a US retail phenomenon which offers their customers designer labels at significant discounts. As the UK`s only off-price retailer, they are the 10th largest fashion retailer in the country. An opportunity has now arisen for a Retail Store Manager to manage their new store in London. 

As a Retail Store Manager, you`ll do everything it takes to make sure your store offers an exciting shopping experience for each and every customer. You will help the store to maximise sales and profit, at the same time as minimising costs. 

Some of your most important duties will include ensuring the shop floor is always well merchandised, guaranteeing the smooth flow of stock from delivery, and driving the training, development and coaching of your retail team. 

To be considered for this position, you will need proven retail management experience within a customer-focused environment, plus excellent communication and decision-making skills. 

You will also need to demonstrate a track record of managing a high volume, high turnover retail environment (£6 million per year), with a focus on driving your business and developing talent within your team. 

As an effective influencer and decision-maker, as the Retail Store Manager you will also require a commercial focus, strong analytical skills and the ability to set clear goals and create a positive working environment.

Experience of managing large teams (30+ people), including a track record of managing assistant managers, department managers etc, would prove beneficial to your application.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on management style, a passion for customer service and a results-orientated approach. 

To apply for the role of Retail Store Manager, please simply send your CV and a covering letter via the button shown. If your skills and experience meet with any of our client`s requirements and/or needs, we will provide our client with your full details so that they can consider whether you may be suitable for the vacancy advertised. Your details, as submitted by you, will only be used in conjunction with this vacancy. By submitting your CV and cover letter to us, you give express consent to us using your details for this purpose.

Additional Keywords: Retail Store Manager, Store Manager, Shop Manager, Retail Manager, Fashion Retail, Retail Management, Store Management, Customer Service, Retail.

This vacancy is being advertised by Web Recruit Ltd. The services advertised by Web Recruit Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.</description></item><item><title>Customer Servicves Manager</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50230</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50230</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 10:50:29 +0000</pubDate><salary>£25000 - £28000 per annum</salary><location>City of London</location><description>Customer Services Manager
High Street Retailer
London
Up to £28000 depending on experience

Our Client a High Street Retailer is looking for an experienced Customer Services Manager to join their busy expanding head office team.

Your responsibilities will be:

Key Accountabilities
&amp;#x2022;	Manage a team of Customer Service Advisers  including work flow to deliver outstanding customer services within company guidelines
&amp;#x2022;	Responsible for development of the Customer Experience Strategy for the Business
&amp;#x2022;	Working with key partners to ensure cohesive experience
&amp;#x2022;	Identify trends  and work with key department to implement solutions
&amp;#x2022;	Liaise with Area managers to improve service levels in stores

Day to Day Tasks

&amp;#x2022;	A hands on approach to deal directly with customers either by telephone, electronically or face to face 
&amp;#x2022;	respond promptly to customer enquiries and ensure team adhere to agreed service standards for the same
&amp;#x2022;	handle and resolve customer complaints
&amp;#x2022;	obtain and evaluate all relevant information to handle enquiries and complaints
&amp;#x2022;	direct requests and unresolved issues to the designated resource
&amp;#x2022;	ensure we keep records of customer interactions and transactions
&amp;#x2022;	Analyse data to improve customer experience
&amp;#x2022;	communicate and coordinate with internal departments
&amp;#x2022;	follow up on customer interactions
&amp;#x2022;	maintain information for Internet sites
&amp;#x2022;	Responsible for keeping FAQ&amp;#x2019;s on website up to date
&amp;#x2022;	Maintain templates for frequent e-mails

The ideal Candidate will have:

&amp;#x2022;	Degree level education
&amp;#x2022;	knowledge of customer service principles and Practices
&amp;#x2022;	advanced word, excel  &amp; PowerPoint
&amp;#x2022;	knowledge of administrative procedures
&amp;#x2022;	numeric, oral and written language applications 
&amp;#x2022;	product knowledge
&amp;#x2022;	Management experience
&amp;#x2022;	Complaint Handling Experience


If the above position is for you, please send your CV urgently to Erika Szatmari to erika@eliteassociates.co.uk

</description></item><item><title>Retail Operations Coordinator</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50226</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50226</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 10:51:51 +0000</pubDate><salary>£25000 per annum</salary><location>City of London</location><description>Retail Operations Coordinator
High Street Retailer
London
£25000

Our Client a High Street Retailer is looking for a Retail Operations Coordinator to join their busy expanding Head Office Team.

Your responsibilities are:

Key Accountabilities

&amp;#x2022;	To ensure that stores are aware of all promotional activity and the action required to implement this at store level
&amp;#x2022;	Maintain Store Policy &amp;Procedure Manuals and communicate any changes
&amp;#x2022;	To liaise with key departments to ensure that communication between store fascias and internal departments are accurate

Day to Day Tasks

&amp;#x2022;	Act as the main point of contact for the department, answering queries and fielding messages in line with department standards
&amp;#x2022;	Co-ordinate and distribute promotional information to stores
&amp;#x2022;	Maintain promotional Action plans for stores
&amp;#x2022;	Co-ordinate and distribute promotional information to shopping centres for use on websites
&amp;#x2022;	Co-ordinate and monitor Staff Incentives
&amp;#x2022;	Co-ordinate weekly newsletter.
&amp;#x2022;	Analysis footfall information
&amp;#x2022;	Follow up actions on Area Manager Store visit reports to ensure all H/O actions are completed.
&amp;#x2022;	Assist in managing the expenditure of the stationery and store consumables budget for the business to ensure cost effective solutions.
&amp;#x2022;	Maintain all Policy and Procedure manuals
&amp;#x2022;	In conjunction with the Retail Operations Manager, track sales performance and trends against the annual retail budget.
&amp;#x2022;	Maintain awareness of competitor&amp;#x2019;s activity and be aware of general trends in the market place.
&amp;#x2022;	Provide general administrative support to the Retail Operations and Area Management teams
&amp;#x2022;	Projects and other ad hoc duties as requested by the Store Operations Manager in order to meet the varying needs of the business

The ideal Candidate will have:

&amp;#x2022;	Degree level education
&amp;#x2022;	knowledge of retail operations principles and practises
&amp;#x2022;	advanced word, excel  &amp; PowerPoint
&amp;#x2022;	knowledge of administrative procedures
&amp;#x2022;	 excellent numeric, oral and written language skills 
&amp;#x2022;	experience of drafting business instruction
Must have experience of working in a Head Office environment


If the above position is for you, please urgently send your CV to Erika Szatmari to erika@eliteassociates.co.uk
</description></item><item><title>Cashier - high end fashion boutique</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50023</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=50023</guid><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 11:55:02 +0000</pubDate><salary>£16000 per annum + BENEFITS</salary><location>City of London</location><description>High End fashion brand, Accessories, Ladieswear, Central London.


We are URGENTLY SEEKING  FULL-TIME SALES CASHIERS TO WORK WITH VARIOUS LUXURY BRANDS IN CENTRAL LONDON. VACANCIES EXIST WITH HIGH END BRANDS. 



The successful applicants MUST HAVE PREVIOUS CASHIER EXPERIENCE IN A LUXURY ENVIRONMENT. 

YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: 

 - Operating tills, cashing up tills.
 - Handling sales, returns, tax free.
 - Customer service.
- Banking.
- Daily and weekly store paperwork, reports for head office.


In return, the company offers a fantastic basic salary with benefits.

If you feel you meet the criteria for the above role then please apply now for an immediate interview! Send your CV and recent Photo to helen@eliteassociates.co.uk now! 

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO A HIGH RESPONSE OF APPLICATIONS, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO CONTACT SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES.

 
Qualifications: Required Previous cashier experience.
</description></item><item><title>Branch Manager Designate</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=49918</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=49918</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:02:13 +0000</pubDate><salary>£15,500 6k Bonus Scheme</salary><location>Worthing, West Sussex</location><description>You will be responsible for the efficient running of one of our news stores, ensuring maximum achievement of sales and profits. You will demonstrate excellent people management skills, branch security, cash and stock control. You will be responsible for your Deputy manager/Supervisors and Sales Staff; this will include production of staff rotas, recruitment, training and staff welfare. This must all be achieved whilst maintaining excellent customer service. Suitable candidates must be self motivated with previous retail management/supervisory experience. Due to the nature of our business you will be expected to work early mornings. With this in mind please consider your transport arrangements prior to application.</description></item><item><title>Branch Manager</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=49759</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=49759</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:02:25 +0000</pubDate><salary>£15,500 (£21,500 inc bonus)</salary><location>READING</location><description>As a Manager of a newsagent store you will be responsible for the day to day running of a branch, this includes leading a team, maintaining the profitability through cash and stock control, merchandising and excellent customer service. You will need a flexible attitude for this is hands on role &amp; includes early morning and weekend work, therefore candidates must have transport. Previous retail experience is required and an initial 5 week training programme is provided. As part of the Martin McColl group there are lots of opportunities for promotion across 1250 UK stores.</description></item><item><title>Assistant Manager, Retail - Sonning Common, Readin</title><link>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=49739</link><guid>http://www.retailoptions.co.uk/VacancyDetails.asp?VacancyID=49739</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:15:12 +0000</pubDate><salary>14000-16000 Per Annum 14000 - 16000</salary><location>Berkshire, Berkshire</location><description>Assistant Manager

There has never been a better time to become a Trading Manager with Somerfield. We offer a competitive salary, staff discount, 30 days holiday per year (increasing with service) and, most importantly to us, unparalleled opportunities to progress your career. 

Now as part of The Co-operative Group, we are the UK?s leading community food retailer. We have doubled our share within the food retail market, and have grown from under 1000 stores to over 3000 in the UK. We believe this will propel us to become part of the big ?5? able to offer more to both our staff and our customers.

Being a Trading Manager

Depending on store turnover either two, three or four Trading Managers report directly to the Store Manager, with a team of Supervisors and Colleagues reporting to them. They also take on Duty Management responsibilities in the Store Manager?s absence, driving great customer service, product availability, store standards and adherence to legislation.

The Trading Manager role is divided into three main areas of the store:
Fresh: Taking Responsibility for all departments offering fresh foods within a store, including Deli, Dairy, Produce, Meat, Bakery and Counters. Our Fresh Trading Managers are passionate about quality, freshness, availability, standards, hygiene and legislation.
Services: Taking responsibility for all services departments within a store including Checkouts, Kiosk, Impulse areas, Systems, SELs (shelf-edge labels) and POS (point of sale). Our Services Trading Managers are passionate about delighting our customers in every contact they have with the store. 
Ambient: Taking responsibility for all ambient departments within a store, including Grocery, Beers, Wines and Spirits, Non-food and Frozen. Our Ambient Trading Managers are passionate about availability, standards, hygiene and legislation.
You will be supported every step of the way by our market-leading `Reach` training programme, aiming to have you signed off after 12 weeks when you will receive a &amp;#163;1,000 salary increase.

Are you a Trading Manager? The right individual

We are looking for high performing, target-driven Supervisors, Assistant Managers, Duty Managers, Deputy Managers or Store Managers with substantial people management experience and a real passion for delivering the best customer experience possible. You will have a pro-active, ?hands-on? management style, excellent communication and organisation skills and the ability to motivate, inspire and train others.

So if you have substantial experience of the Retail industry and a flexible, adaptable approach, you could well be the next Somerfield Trading Manager?

Join us now!

This really is an exciting time to join a progressive, forward thinking company. 

Apply now!</description></item></channel></rss>