Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager### Assistant Store Manager Apply:
Cotswolds, United Kingdom:
Full time:
Posted 2 Days Ago:
End Date:
November 6, 2026 (12 days left to apply):
JR104121
** A little bit about Lindt
** We are a premium chocolate manufacturer established in 1845 operating in over 86 countries around the World. Guided by our Global purpose to Enchant the World with Chocolate and UK vision of Creating Moments to Make Everyone Feel Special, we have around 700 team members in the UK across our Head Office, Retail, and Field Sales divisions. We are a Top 20 Great Place to Work and are proud of our incredible people, our unique values-led culture and our iconic market leading brands such as LINDOR & GOLD BUNNY.  

We’re also proud of being one of the few bean-to-bar chocolate makers in the world, where we control every step of our chocolate production.
** How you could help us to Enchant the World with Chocolate
** We have an exciting opportunity where you could be a part of our incredible  this role you will:
* Support the store management team towards the accomplishment of the retail plan
* Contribute to the operational excellence and financial performance of a store in the Lindt UK retail division, using responsible business practices and adhering to all company policies
* Embody the Lindt brand with passion and be part of a team of Lindt brand ambassadors who are experts at delivering the Lindt Service proposition and exceeding customer expectations every day
* Actively contribute towards an environment of collaboration through sharing knowledge, information and teamwork to drive ideas to action
** Where you’ll be based
** This role is based in our Cotswold Village Store and is 40 hours per week
** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Maximising Sales Turnover and Store Profitability to Grow and Drive the Business Forward
*** Use provided business tools, along with good personal judgement, to drive and exceed store sales and profit targets
* Track store KPI’s, identifying opportunities and risks, supported by a clear course of action
* Align with line manager on action plans from store performance reviews
* Collaborate with line manager on opportunities for key trading periods
* Support line manager in monitoring  store expenditure and cost budgets, whilst ensuring that staffing is optimised to meet business demands
** Delivering and Developing Operational Excellence
*** Maintain a self-disciplined culture focused on flawless execution of processes, procedures, and initiatives including consistent delivery of presentation standards in store
* Implement and manage audit and loss prevention controls, delivering full compliance in all areas including inventory, cash reconciliation, deliveries etc.
* Complete online Health and Safety tools and take associated actions to ensure compliancy and a safe working environment for all
* Ensure operations, processes and systems in store are implemented and regularly reviewed to enable smooth running and resolution of issues in a timely manner
* Escalate issues to appropriate team when necessary in a timely manner
* Effectively manage your time to ensure all deadlines are met and full compliance is achieved.
** Delivering Outstanding Premium Visibility and Communication with our Customers
*** Empower a team of Lindt brand ambassadors who are experts at delivering the Lindt Service proposition by living the values and personally demonstrating how to foster a customer centric-culture
* Embrace the Global Retail Mystery shop program using the results to recognise strengths and share best practice whilst identifying skill gaps and training requirements
* Execute in-store marketing activities and monthly visual merchandising plan to company standard
* Stay informed of current trends and…