Shop Manager

Salary Range: £24,323 to £26,097 per annum*

Purpose of the Role: The post holder will be responsible for maximising net income earned from the Hospice shop and be accountable for the effective management of finances, staff, volunteers, stock, premises, and administration. They will deliver high standards of customer care and ensure that the image and reputation of the Northern Ireland Hospice is maintained.

Duties and Responsibilities: Income Generation • Maximise sales of donated goods and seasonal merchandise, consistently achieving sales budgets/targets. • Implement efficient systems to sort, date, price, and prepare donated goods. Establish and maintain regular sources of stock through effective networking. • Organise and promote special events and promotions to capitalise on local opportunities and enhance the shop's visibility. • Drive gift aid sales conversion rates through new donor acquisitions and fostering repeat donations. • Uphold superior standards of shop presentation through meticulous merchandising and exemplary housekeeping practices. • Ensure cash handling procedures are followed, deposits are timely, and the EPOS till system is operated correctly. Management • Establish and maintain relationships with customers, community representatives, and volunteers to ensure a consistent flow of stock. • Act as a key-holder and liaison with relevant authorities maintaining the shop's physical and operational security. • Maintain high standards of cleanliness. Uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with fire and health regulations. • Organise special events and promotions to drive sales. • Ensure compliance with trading standards and health regulations. • Ensure adherence to opening/closing schedules. • Support neighbouring shops and Hospice activities as needed.

Customer Service • To provide an excellent customer experience and to have a good overall knowledge of stock. • Manage complaints efficiently and effectively.

People & Development • To be responsible for the daily management of the shop team, including performance reviews and absence management • To effectively recruit, induct, manage, train, and develop paid staff and volunteers in the shop to agreed procedures and standards, ensuring necessary cover is maintained during the agreed opening times of the shop. • Identify training needs for the shop team. • Attend, where appropriate, training courses relevant to the development of the role • Promote awareness of relevant training courses and development opportunities to others within the team

Administration • To complete all administration to required standards and deadlines. • To manage controllable costs, expenditure, and petty cash. • To ensure minimum losses of both stock and cash by following till and banking procedures. • To adhere to all Policies and Procedures including those relating to the Health & Safety of premises and team. • Embracing changes and development of new IT and operational procedures across the charity. • Ensuring sufficient shop cover through effective management of team resources e.g. rotas, holidays, and lieu time.

General Responsibilities: • Provide courteous and respectful service in line with Hospice values. • Demonstrate commitment through regular attendance and task completion. • Familiarise with and comply with Hospice policies and procedures. • Uphold Hospice values and code of conduct in all interactions.

Valuing Diversity and Equality All staff should carry out their duties in accordance with the principles of valuing diversity and equity of provision. It is the responsibility of all staff to support the Hospice vision by promoting a positive attitude to diversity and equality of opportunity, to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage in service delivery and employment and to manage, support or comply through the implementation of the Hospice’s Equal Opportunities Policy. This job description is neither definitive nor exhaustive and may be changed to meet the changing needs of Northern Ireland Hospice.