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Clas Ohlson client profile

Store Manager

Technology, Electrical, Household and DIY market

Croydon

Permanent ⁄ £35000 - £45000

Updated September 17, 2008

As Store Manager you will be responsible for the daily management of all store operations. This will include people management, driving sales, cost control, identifying commercial opportunities and ensuring that health and safety and operational procedures are managed in line with Clas Ohslon policies.

As a new store launch the role will require a particular focus on driving communications, local marketing and ensuring that brand standards are consistent, setting a precedent for future growth within the UK. The store will operate in a large high street format with a footprint of approx 20,000 square feet.

Customer service will be one of the key features of Clas Ohlson's launch in the UK market, driving customer service standards above and beyond normal expectations will be a focal point of the Store Manager.

Task and Responsibilities

Lead, manage and develop store operations.
Maximise sales and commercial opportunities in population catchment
Development and implementation of business plan
Implementation of commercial calendar in line with UK marketing strategy
Maintain local market awareness of customers and competition
Manage p&l performance of store operation within budget
Responsible for workforce planning, contracts and adherence to employment laws
Leadership and personal development of co-workers
Manage daily team communications, delegating and coordinating activities
Ensure company procedures are followed in relation to security and cash handling
Maintain adherence to company health and safety procedures in store
Be good representative of Clas Ohlson towards local authorities

Who we're looking for
You will be driven, hard working and determined to develop both your own and your teams' careers. In return for this you will be given opportunities to significantly enhance your skill set and progress your career as part of a new brand within the UK market. This is a superb opportunity to be involved in the first stage of Clas Ohlson's UK expansion program.

An individual who develops a vision for areas of responsibility setting realistic goals and objectives
Experience of customer service excellence
Motivational and engaging leadership skills
Communication, delegation and coordination skills
Takes ownership and engages all employees in reaching objectives
Prioritises task and information retaining a focus on important objectives
Effectively engages others in work, utilising resources and maintaining good relationships
Always strives for continuous improvement
Has resilience and tenacity in delivery of objectives
Technology, Electrical, Household and DIY market knowledge adventitious

About our client
Clas Ohlson is a publicly-listed company on the Swedish stock exchange. Based in Insjon, Sweden, the company was founded in 1918 and sells an extensive range of products including Technology, Household, Electrical, DIY, Outdoor & Leisure.

Clas Ohlson started its business as a mail order company; it is now a fully fledged multi-distribution channel trader with not only mail order, but also internet and front-line retailing.

The company's business model and differentiating features are based on its philosophy of great value, choice and customer service at convenient town centre locations. With sales exceeding SEK 4 billion (£290 million) and an employee base approaching 1700, Clas Ohlson has a footprint that now covers Sweden, Norway and Finland. In 2008 it seeks to add to that geographic base, with the UK its first market entry outside of the Nordics.

What's on offer
up to £45,000 + benefits

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 1932 264 000. Job Ref: 12999975
Your application will be sent to Richard Lilley.