Deputy Manager - York

Who are we? Were Pets at Home, one of the UKs leading pet care businesses.

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If youre passionate about pets, youll love our Pet Care Centres, which include everything from pet products and grooming salons to Vets for Pets practices.

Our centres are hubs of the community, bringing people together to help local pet owners provide the best care for their companions.

Whats the role? Were looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team in York.

As the Deputy Store Manager, youll work closely with the Store Manager to oversee the stores day-to-day operations and ensure the best possible experience for our customers and their pets.

When the Store Manager is unavailable, youll take full responsibility for the store, leading the team and managing all aspects of the business, from recruitment and performance management to stock control and maintaining our high standards.

Your key responsibilities will include: Inspiring and leading your team to create a fun, engaging, and customer-focused environment.

Driving sales performance and achieving key KPIs.

Overseeing store operations, including recruitment, stock management, and compliance with health and safety.

Acting as Duty Manager when the Store Manager is unavailable.

Leading by example and contributing to the stores overall success.

Well provide comprehensive training and development opportunities to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service and care to our customers and their pets.

Who are we looking for? Wed love to hear from you if you: Have at least 1 year of management experience in a retail environment.

Are passionate about retail and delivering exceptional results.

Are flexible to work a 7-day shift pattern , including weekends and bank holidays.

Have excellent communication and leadership skills to engage and inspire your team.

Are ready to commit to 6 months of training , covering customer service, health and safety, and pet care.

Benefits We reward our management team with a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being, including: Annual bonus opportunities.

28 days paid leave , rising to 33 days after 2 years (including bank holidays).

Your birthday off to celebrate in style.

Life assurance worth 4x your annual salary.

A 4% company pension contribution .

Colleague discounts , including 20% off Pets at Home and 30% off our own-brand products.

Click here to read our Values & Behaviours Click here for more details and other benefits We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference.

We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People.

Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. xwzovoh

Even if your skills and experience dont perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you! Dont waitapply now! We may close the vacancy early due to high interest.