We’re looking for a Deputy Manager to join our Retail Sales team in Telford.
As a poltronesofà Deputy Manager, you are responsible for supporting the Store Manager in driving the performance and day to day operations of the store and leading in their absence.
You’ll work with our team to ensure they provide a 5 star customer journey and optimise KPI performance while maintaining high operational standards. You’ll also coach and support the team to deliver sales targets while making sure our customers are supported in helping create a home they love.
As a Deputy Manager you can earn more as you sell more — our uncapped commission structure puts you in control of your income.
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Leading by example and role modelling the poltronesofà company values and behaviours to inspire the team to perform to be their best
- Continuously coaching to develop and improve colleagues’ performance by carrying out regular performance reviews
- Ensuring expert knowledge throughout the store team on poltronesofà Furniture, holding regular training sessions on all products and services
- Supporting the recruitment, onboarding, management and development of the team
- Being responsible for driving performance, delivering targets, KPIs and maximising sales opportunities in line with the store business plan and business priorities
- Supporting colleagues with customer orders and finance applications
- Delivering exceptional, market leading customer service to drive business growth through customer loyalty, referrals and 5 star customer reviews
- Continuously identifying opportunities to make improvements which will optimise the operational running of the store
- Taking pride in your store and taking responsibility for maintaining its presentation to a high standard to ensure the store is set up for success
- Ensuring that all colleagues are accountable for branch audit, banking and finance checks
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Enthusiasm and passion to drive the business forward and personally succeed
- Customer focus with a passion for delivering first class customer service
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to drive performance and manage difficult conversations when needed
- A desire to learn, grow and progress
- Inquisitive, ever-questioning and ever-improving
- Friendly, flexible, reliable, honest and a strong work ethic
- A real people person – the ability to build strong relationships with your team, our customers, colleagues and leadership team
- Experience in leading, motivating and coaching a successful sales team
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Basic salary of £29,000 with no cap on commission
- Competitions and incentives
- 33 days holidays including bank holidays
- Employee benefits platform – access to 100s of high street discounts and more – holiday discounts, gym discounts, cinema discounts, e-vouchers, cashback and more!
- Colleague Discount
- Career progression
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave
- Access to our dedicated Employee Assistance Programme – to give you free access to advice and information on a range of topics
- Virtual GP – Access to a GP service 24/7
- Salary finance scheme
- Pension Scheme
- Death in Service
- Life assurance
INDMP
poltronesofà at ScS brings authentic Italian comfort and craftsmanship to homes across the UK. With over 30 years of heritage, poltronesofà is renowned for beautifully designed, handcrafted sofas and armchairs made with care, quality materials, and attention to detail.
Our success is built on our people, with over 1,000 colleagues across 100 stores, distribution centres and support teams in the UK.
At poltronesofà, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity in our workforce strengthens our company, sparks innovation, and drives success.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and veteran status. Our aim is to create a supportive environment where every team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential and contribute to our shared goals.
If you’re passionate about great service and want to be part of bringing authentic Italian comfort to UK homes, we encourage you to apply and join us on our mission to make a difference.
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Review
Stage 3: Interview
Stage 4: Hired
