Argos Shift Manager

Argos Shift Manager at Sainsbury's About the role

Argos Shift Managers are responsible for managing shifts within our Argos stores, inspiring and motivating teams, and being the go‑to person for on‑the‑job support. They coach colleagues in store to ensure everyone can deliver brilliantly for our customers, while working alongside the team. Often, they’ll lead the full store operation in the absence of the Store Manager, ensuring resources are allocated to deliver day‑to‑day tasks such as organizing the warehouse, taking deliveries, and serving our customers.

They’re experts in our products and services, focusing on driving sales and profitability.

• Has experience of organising, running, and planning for a fast‑paced operation.
• Is comfortable directing a team, providing day‑to‑day coaching and on‑the‑spot guidance to support the delivery of brilliant experiences for both colleagues and customers.
• Supports the Store Manager in ensuring the store is safe and compliant.
• Demonstrates strong commercial awareness such as having product knowledge, using this knowledge to drive sales.
• Can work towards and deliver KPIs with the aim of driving profitability for the store.
• Has a growth mindset, continuously develops and helps others to grow.

• A track record of delivering brilliant customer service and coaching colleagues to do the same.
• Experience of motivating others, driving sales and performance, and keeping operations running smoothly.
• You go above and beyond to make shopping easy, fast, and friendly for every customer.
• Operational leadership skills—experienced in taking responsibility for operations in the absence of management.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding KPIs—whether it’s sales, availability, customer satisfaction or colleague engagement—you’ve made a measurable impact.
• You walk the talk—showing up every day as a role model for service and values.

• Discount card—10% off on your shopping at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% off at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every payday.
• Free food and hot drinks provided for colleagues in all our stores.
• Generous holiday entitlement, maternity and paternity leave.
• Pension—Sainsbury’s will match 4% of your contributions; if you change your pension plan, you may receive more from us.
• Sainsbury’s share scheme—to build up an investment at discounted rates.
• Wellbeing support—access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Colleague networks—link with like‑minded people to help fulfil your potential.
• Cycle to Work scheme—gives you the opportunity to hire a new bike and cycling equipment while saving on tax and NI.
• Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.