Deputy Store Manager

B&M Retail Limited; Ilford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing UK retailer is seeking a Deputy Store Manager for their Ilford location. This role involves driving performance, maintaining store standards, and coaching the team. The ideal candidate will have retail management experience and a passion for leading teams in a fast-paced environment. The company offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, generous holiday, and exclusive employee perks. Join a dynamic team and take the next step in your retail career.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus potential

Up to 33 days’ holiday

10% discount at B&M and Heron Foods

Clear career path with real progression opportunities

Exclusive colleague perks & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven track record of hitting KPIs and driving performance.
• Experience in coaching medium to large teams effectively.
• Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Drive store performance and maintain high standards.
• Lead your team on the shop floor by example.
• Support compliance across stock and health & safety processes.

Skills

Retail management experience in a fast‑paced environment

Ability to lead and develop teams

Strong commercial acumen

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Experience in FMCG or big box retail

Job description

Are you a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Department Manager or Supervisor ready for your next step? Do you thrive in fast‑paced retail and have a passion for leading and developing teams? Looking to become a future Store Manager? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re recruiting a Deputy Store Manager to join our Goodmayes team, in Ilford East London. Reporting to the Store Manager, you’ll play a key role in running the store – driving performance, maintaining high standards, and leading your team by example. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be active on the shop floor, setting the pace and coaching your team to success.

What we’re looking for

• Retail management experience in a fast‑paced, high‑turnover environment
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop medium to large teams
• Strong commercial acumen and track record of hitting KPIs
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
• Experience in FMCG or big box retail is ideal, but not essential

You will thrive if you:

• Lead by example and build a strong sense of teamwork
• Work well under pressure and embrace a fast‑moving environment
• Support in driving compliance across stock, health & safety, and processes
• Love retail and bring passion and energy to everything you do
• Are ambitious and eager to grow into a Store Manager role

Why join B&M?

We're entering a new chapter under inspiring leadership that’s committed to growth, collaboration, and fresh thinking. Our new leader brings a clear vision, renewed energy, and a people‑first approach—making this the perfect time to join us and help shape the future of B&M!

We’re one of the UK’s fastest‑growing retailers, with over 780 stores and more on the way, so our growth means big opportunities.

• Competitive salary + bonus potential
• Up to 33 days’ holiday
• 10% discount at B&M and Heron Foods
• Clear career path with real progression opportunities
• Exclusive colleague perks & wellbeing support

Ready to Step Up?

If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career and lead in a thriving store, apply now!

B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace for all colleagues.