Store Operations Manager

Join Our C ommunity
Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you motivated to inspire and support a team of volunteers? Do you have retail experience and are ready for the next step in your career?
If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

The Role
Permanent, 35 hours a week.
Scope's Andover shop -  Chantry Centre, Unit 44-50 Chantry Street, Andover, SP10 1RL

Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Thursday 1 October 2026.
As Store Operations Manager of Scope's Andover shop, you'll have the autonomy to run the shop with creativity and flair. Every day is different.
In this exciting role, you'll be at the heart of your local community, leading a team of colleagues and volunteers to deliver a welcoming and inclusive shop experience. You will use your leadership and commercial skills to maximise income, support your team to thrive, and help fund Scope's vital work.
In this role you will:
Ensure shop sales performance is maximised, actively seeking ways to improve the shop's performance on a continuous basis.
Manage all aspects of stock collection and preparation; ensuring that stock processing levels are sufficient to achieve required shop floor density, encouraging stock donations at all times. Also support our online selling with identifying suitable items and listing on online selling platforms
Recruit, manage and develop paid colleagues and volunteers within Scope's HR and operational policies and procedures and build a strong team
Work collaboratively with the Retail shop team
For more information about the role's responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please use the   Full job description
Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Has strong commercial awareness and can identify opportunities to grow sales and maximise shop performance.
Enjoys leading, motivating and developing others, including volunteers and colleagues.
Is passionate about delivering excellent customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.
Has a positive, can-do attitude and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and get involved.
Works well as part of a team and demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Has excellent attention to detail and can manage a range of tasks accurately.
Is confident using IT systems and has good numeracy skills to support day-to-day shop operations
Has experience as a Retail Shop Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor, and is ready to lead a successful retail team.

Experience with in charity retail is desirable but not essential.
We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds.
We also ask you to share how you support Scope's values and contribute to our goal of creating a fair and equal future for disabled people.
Working in Our Shops
Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by dedicated, creative, and passionate teams. We focus on sustainable fashion, engage with local communities, and lead volunteers to deliver a great experience for colleagues and customers. Funds raised support Scope's mission of achieving equality for disabled people and their families.
Shop Hours
Scope shops are open every day. Some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed.
Full-time:  35 hours per week, five days out of seven
Part-time:  Weekly hours on a seven-day rota
Additional information
We're excited that you're considering a career with Scope.
Our Retail vacancy information pack has more information about Scope Retail and what it's like to work with us.
Retail Vacancy Information Pack
You must have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. We cannot provide visa sponsorship.
Anonymised applications
We use an anonymised application process to support our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
All applicants must submit an anonymised CV and complete a short online application form.
Our values
Pioneering, Courageous, Connected, Open, Fair.
We trust each other and give colleagues freedom to be creative, push boundaries, and change minds.
Disability confident scheme
We are proud to be a charity committed to disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, long-term condition, or access need. We want our colleagues to reflect the diverse communities we serve.
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