Area Retail Manager (Temporary)
Covering East Sussex and Kent (Eastbourne/Hailsham/Heathfield/Battle/Hythe/Hythe Books/Tenterden/Maidstone)
£22,425 FTE
37.5 hours per week
Temporary role/secondment for a period of up to 6 months

Demelza Hospice Care for Children is a charity providing hospice services for children and young people with life-limiting conditions and support for their families across Kent, East Sussex and South East London.

Are you passionate and enthusiastic about fashion and retail and do you have a proven track record for driving sales and meeting targets?

We are looking for an individual who has the experience of managing and motivating a team of staff to attain income targets and maintain excellent standards within our shops.

You will relish the challenge of improving profitability and productivity as well as ensuring the smooth running of 10-15 charity shops across East Sussex and Kent.

You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and with your previous line management experience will have the capability to motivate a team of staff and volunteers.

You must be able to prioritise a constantly changing workload and be flexible to meet the demands of the business and nature of the role.

This role requires extensive travel throughout Kent and East Sussex so a valid driving licence is essential for this role. For insurance purposes you must be aged over 21, with 2 years post-test driving experience. A vehicle will be provided for your use. Hours will need to be worked flexibly over the 7 day trading week and will include weekend working.

For an informal chat please call Rachel Stead,, on 01795 503111

All external candidates must apply through our website. Internal applicants can apply by sending a supporting statement to recruitment@demelza.org.uk

Closing Date - Monday 6th February 2017, 1:00pm
Interview Date – Wednesday 15th February 2017

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit our website - www.demelza.org.uk

Enhanced Disclosure checks by the DBS will be undertaken for successful applicants.
Demelza is an equal opportunities employer.
Registered Charity No 1039651
Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable
adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.