Store Sales Manager

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Job ID: 280053

Date posted: 28/02/2025

IKEA Oxford Street are looking to welcome a Store Sales Manager.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for retail? Join our team as a Store Sales Manager! You'll be at the forefront of creating exceptional customer experiences, driving sales performance, and leading a motivated sales team. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that combines team leadership, customer service, and strategic planning, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of our exciting journey.

WHAT WE OFFER
• The Start Date of employment will be: April 2025.
• The starting salary for this role is £48,100 per annum, based on competence and experience.
• 39 Hours working 5 days per week including every other weekend.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
• Domestic mobility support for candidates that will require to relocate for the role.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100's on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• iBenefits - Rewards & discount portal .
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks .

..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-be...

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring other leaders is essential.
• Effective management and collaborative team building mindset. The skill to direct, encourage and engage with your team while swiftly gaining insights into the local market for strategic commercial decision-making.
• Be business minded and customer focused. Balancing efficiency, inspiration and profitability with a clear customer focus.
• You are structured and influential, establishing structures and routines for large teams and influencing the wider store management team.
• Thriving in environments that demand quick adaptation, you will use your expertise to guide the creation and administration of targeted plans and budget allocations.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

As part of the senior store management team your remit will be:
• Optimising sales and profitability by encouraging your team to take fast action on commercial opportunities and act on customer feedback, competition, supply and performance analyses.
• Knowing the local market potential and working with your team and other store functions to plan and implement commercial activities that increase sales.
• Working through the team, and with the support of other functions, to present the width and depth of the IKEA range in order to satisfy and inspire visitors.
• Ensuring the store is in excellent shape with fully stocked sales spaces at all times.
• Provide effective leadership and support to your teams and leaders who inspire and empower every co-worker to recognise and understand their contribution, whilst identifying and developing the many talents within the department to secure succession planning.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
• Please attach an updated CV and Cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview.
• Successful candidates at interview will be invited to a second stage interview with the functional or unit manager.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email beth.crombie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!