Deputy Store Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 10 January 2026
LOCATION
Southend-on-Sea
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£43,200 / year
CATEGORY
Retail
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SKILLS

Retail Management Experience Team Leadership Coaching and Development Commercial Acumen KPI Achievement Flexibility in Working Hours Teamwork Passion for Retail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Tasks: Lead and develop a dynamic retail team while driving store performance.

Company: Join B&M, one of the UK's fastest-growing retailers with a people-first approach.

Benefits: Competitive salary, up to 33 days' holiday, and exclusive colleague perks.

Why this job: Step into a hands-on role with real opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications: Retail management experience and a passion for teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Other info: Be part of an inspiring leadership team shaping the future of retail.

Deputy Store Manager in Southend-on-Sea

Are you a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Department Manager or Supervisor ready for your next step? Do you thrive in fast-paced retail and have a passion for leading and developing teams? Looking to become a future Store Manager? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We’re recruiting a Deputy Store Manager to join our Chartwell Square team, in Southend-on-Sea. Reporting to the Store Manager, you’ll play a key role in running the store — driving performance, maintaining high standards, and leading your team by example. This is a hands-on role where you'll be active on the shop floor, setting the pace and coaching your team to success.

What we’re looking for:

  • Retail management experience in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment
  • Proven ability to lead, coach and develop medium to large teams
  • Strong commercial acumen and track record of hitting KPIs
  • Flexible to work varied shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
  • Experience in FMCG or big box retail is ideal, but not essential

You will thrive if you:

  • Lead by example and build a strong sense of teamwork
  • Work well under pressure and embrace a fast-moving environment
  • Support in driving compliance across stock, health & safety, and processes
  • Love retail and bring passion and energy to everything you do
  • Are ambitious and eager to grow into a Store Manager role

Why join B&M?

We’re entering a new chapter under inspiring leadership that’s committed to growth, collaboration, and fresh thinking. Our new leader brings a clear vision, renewed energy, and a people-first approach—making this the perfect time to join us and help shape the future of B&M! We’re one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers, with over 780 stores and more on the way, so our growth means big opportunities.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary + bonus potential
  • Up to 33 days’ holiday
  • 10% discount at B&M and Heron Foods
  • Clear career path with real progression opportunities
  • Exclusive colleague perks & wellbeing support

Ready to Step Up?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your retail career and lead in a thriving store, apply now! [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace for all colleagues.

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