Store Manager, Luxury, Bakewell Derbyshire

Store Manager – Luxury Boutique Bakewell A rare opportunity has arisen to lead a beautifully crafted luxury boutique in the heart of Bakewell. This role is perfect for a confident retail leader with a passion for heritage-inspired style, exceptional service, and creating memorable moments for every guest who walks through the door. About the Role As Store Manager, you will take full ownership of the boutique, championing a warm, welcoming atmosphere while delivering a refined client experience. You’ll bring the brand’s story to life, drive commercial performance, and ensure the store operates with polish, precision, and pride. Key Responsibilities * Lead the opening, daily running, and closing of the boutique * Recruit, coach, and inspire a team to deliver elevated, personable service * Drive sales through strong KPI management and confident commercial decision-making * Maintain impeccable VM standards that reflect a premium, countryside-luxury aesthetic * Ensure operational excellence, stock accuracy, and seamless back-of-house processes * Build lasting client relationships to maximise conversion and repeat visits * Represent the brand with confidence, charm, and professionalism About You * Proven experience as a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Manager within luxury or premium retail * Able to motivate and develop a team in a high-energy, guest-focused environment * Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working at pace * Commercially astute with a strong track record of delivering results * Passionate about storytelling, craftsmanship, and creating exceptional client experiences What’s on Offer * Competitive salary and bonus * The chance to lead a high-profile luxury boutique in Bakewell * A dynamic, exciting environment where you can make an immediate impact * A permanent contract offering the opportunity to showcase your leadership and commercial expertise If you’re a polished, driven retail leader who thrives in fast-moving environments and loves delivering exceptional client experiences, we’d love to hear from you