Zachary Daniels
Store Manager | Fashion Retail | Milton Keynes (New Store Opening) | Salary up to £35,000 + Benefits
Zachary Daniels is thrilled to be partnering with an exciting, trend-led fashion retailer launching a brand-new store in Milton Keynes. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a new store opening from day one and play a key role in building, leading, and developing a high-performing team within a fast-paced, commercially driven fashion retail environment.
We are seeking a highly experienced, commercially driven Store Manager with a strong fashion retail background. This role requires a proven leader who can operate with full autonomy, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results from the outset.
Key Responsibilities for the Store Manager:
- Take full ownership of all store operations within a brand-new opening, setting and maintaining exceptional standards from day one
- Recruit, build, and lead a high-performing team aligned to brand values and commercial expectations
- Drive sales performance, KPIs, and profitability through strong commercial trading and decision-making
- Deliver an outstanding customer experience with a consistent focus on service excellence
- Manage all aspects of staffing, rotas, and payroll within agreed budgets
- Coach, develop, and inspire the team to maximise performance and engagement
- Analyse store performance and implement clear, effective action plans to drive results
- Ensure visual merchandising standards consistently reflect brand direction and commercial goals
- Maintain smooth day-to-day operations including stock control, compliance, and store presentation
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Store Manager within a fast-paced fashion retail environment
- Strong track record of delivering KPIs, sales growth, and operational excellence
- A confident, hands-on leader who thrives on accountability and ownership
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to make data-driven decisions
- Passion for fashion retail with a customer-first, trend-aware mindset
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive high performance
- Highly organised, resilient, and comfortable working in a new store opening environment
Store Manager Benefits:
Competitive Salary: Up to £35,000 basic salary
New Store Opening: Be part of an exciting launch and shape the store from the ground up
Career Growth: Genuine progression opportunities within a growing fashion retailer
Supportive Culture: Open, collaborative and high-energy working environment
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are a highly experienced Store Manager ready for your next challenge, APPLY TODAY with your most up-to-date CV.
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