Retail Store Manager - Charity Fashion Retailer
Hitchin, Hertfordshire Salary: Up to £28,000 + great benefits
Are you a retail manager with a passion for fashion and a love for creating an inspiring shopping experience?
This is an incredible opportunity to lead a stunning store for a forward-thinking charity retailer that's redefining the way charity shops look and feel.
With a beautifully designed space, a curated fashion offering, and a strong community vibe, this store is more than just a place to shop - it's a destination.
We're looking for a dynamic Store Manager who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, understands commercial success, and has a real appreciation for visual merchandising and customer experience.
Why this role?
Run a stylish, high-profile store - This isn't your average charity shop; it's a trend-led retail space with a focus on fashion.
Lead and inspire - Manage a team of passionate staff and volunteers, creating an inclusive and motivated environment.
Make an impact - Every sale supports an important cause, and you'll be at the heart of making a difference.
Room to grow - This charity is known for developing its people, offering fantastic career progression.
What you'll be doing:
Driving sales and hitting key retail targets to maximise income for the charity.
Leading by example, inspiring your team to deliver outstanding customer service.
Recruiting, training, and developing a strong team of staff and volunteers.
Ensuring the store is beautifully presented with eye-catching displays.
Encouraging donations from the local community and promoting Gift Aid.
Managing stock, pricing, and visual merchandising to maximise sell-through.
What we're looking for:
Retail leadership experience - Ideally from a fashion, boutique, or department store background.
A commercial mindset - Confident in driving sales and using KPIs to measure success.
Creative merchandising skills - An eye for detail and an ability to create engaging in-store experiences.
People leadership - A natural motivator who thrives in building and managing high-performing teams.
Passion for the charity sector - Someone who loves the idea of retail with a purpose.
This is a rare opportunity to join a charity retailer that's truly leading the way in creating stylish, modern, and commercially successful stores.
Ready to bring your retail expertise to a role that makes a difference? Apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Hitchin, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £28000 per annum + Excellent Benefits!
Posted: 2025-03-07 08:32:25
Purchasing Coordinator
Rochester | Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm (37.5hpw) | £26,000 - £30,000pa
KHR is partnering with a distinguished manufacturer who is on the hunt for a highly efficient Purchasing Coordinator based from their modern site in Rochester.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing businesses in Kent who are passionate about their employees, products and customers.
Position Overview
As a Purchasing Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and packaging from approved suppliers.
You will work closely with various departments, including production, warehouse, finance, sales, NPD, and quality teams, to support the company's manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement in the supply chain.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Source and purchase materials and packaging from approved suppliers
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable supply
- Monitor supplier performance, resolve supply issues, and ensure compliance with industry regulations
- Work with production and warehouse teams to manage stock levels and prevent shortages
- Track purchase orders to ensure timely deliveries and minimise production delays
- Assist in cost analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Support finance in invoice reconciliation and resolving discrepancies
- Coordinate with sales, NPD, and quality teams to support new product development and ingredient approvals
- Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure smooth material handling and storage
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, reports, and supplier documentation
- Keep up to date with industry trends, supplier markets, and potential supply chain risks
- Maintain purchasing databases and ensure supplier certifications and agreements are up to date
Candidate Profile
- 2+ years of procurement/purchasing experience
- Manufacturing, Engineering or FMCG background
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in sourcing materials and/or packaging within the UK and internationally
- Understanding of inventory management, specifications, Certificates of Analysis, and supply chain risk management
Benefits
- Company events and activities
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Referral programme
- x1.5 overtime rate
- 20 days holiday + bank holidays (+ an extra day for each year of service, capped at 1 week)
- Service rewards
- Private healthcare
- Annual salary reviews
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Type: Permanent Location: Rochester, England
Start: 24/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £30000 per annum + Fantastic Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-07 08:28:43
