Senior Store Manager – Dynamic Supermarket Leader

Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK supermarket chain is looking for a Store Manager in Cockermouth to oversee store operations and lead a team. This role requires significant experience in retail management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to enhance customer experience. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence and team performance while ensuring compliance with company values. Competitive salary with extensive benefits including a bonus scheme, healthcare, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Interest free car loan

Annual bonus scheme

Employee discount card

Free food and drinks for colleagues

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension matching

Sainsbury’s share scheme

Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading an operation with accountabilities for delivering customer and financial outcomes.
• Ability to manage complex HR cases including dismissals.
• Proven track record of building and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations ensuring a high standard of service and operational excellence.
• Manage and develop a large team of colleagues and managers.
• Use data to inform long-term planning and drive improvements.

Skills

Customer experience

Leadership

Financial management

Data analysis

HR policies

Change management

Job description

A major UK supermarket chain is looking for a Store Manager in Cockermouth to oversee store operations and lead a team. This role requires significant experience in retail management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to enhance customer experience. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence and team performance while ensuring compliance with company values. Competitive salary with extensive benefits including a bonus scheme, healthcare, and professional development opportunities.