Sales Manager N110803

Job Title

Sales Manager – Ballymena (N110803) – Next

Ballymena, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

£ – £

Shifts you are applying for: 36.25 hrs per week – Sun 12:45‑18:15;
Tue 09:30‑18:00;
Wed 09:30‑18:00;
Thu 12:45‑21:00;
Fri 09:30‑17:45

To be a successful Sales Manager you will lead and inspire your team to prioritise outstanding customer service and achieve performance targets. Every day will be varied, fast‑paced, challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do so your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a team will be crucial to your success. Flexible working options are available.

• Support the Store management team across all product areas, back of house and running the store when needed
• Manage a team to deliver amazing service and accurate stock processes in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient, safe and where targets are met
• Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring your team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do
• Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all commercial and operational activities by working alongside the team
• Ensure communication is up‑to‑date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs

• You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires and motivates others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit
• You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers
• A team player who works at their best in a results‑driven, fast‑paced and challenging environment. You have the ability to adapt to change quickly, bringing the rest of the team on board with the new objectives
• A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure – always realistic with your expectations of others
• Able to demonstrate the ability to problem‑solve, make sound business decisions, confidently challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward
• Confident when dealing with people issues
• An effective multi‑tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload

• Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results
• 25% off most NEXT products and partner brands when purchased through NEXT
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Sharesave Scheme
• 60% off a generous optional working wardrobe allowance (minimum 6‑week contract)
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
• Access to Staff Shops, discounted health plan and financial wellbeing services
• Apprenticeship opportunities (England only)
• Direct‑to‑Work discount and collection service
• Support Networks and Well Hub gym memberships

Press the apply button now to start your application. Once you have applied we will consider your skills and experience. If you match our criteria we will be in touch to arrange a telephone or video interview. The next stage would be an in‑store assessment.

Only applicants who have not had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in the last 6 months may apply.

Next is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all eligible candidates.

Contact for workplace adjustments:  (please include ‘Workplace Adjustments’ in the subject line) or call  (line opens Monday‑Friday 9am‑5pm, Friday 9am‑4.45pm).