Miele Company Ltd

Are you a retail professional with a passion for leading high performing teams and driving exceptional customer experiences? We are currently seeking a dynamic and customer oriented Store Manager to lead our Solihull Experience Centre. The Miele brand is synonymous with quality design & innovation, and in our elegantly designed store we curate a handpicked selection of the finest luxury lifestyle appliances for our clientele to use in their homes. Delivering memorable demonstrations, bespoke consultations & exceptional customer service. Our Experience Centre forges the link between dealers, consumers, and Miele by giving opportunities to close the sale either directly, or through our kitchen design partner network, interior designers and architects. We strive to bring uncompromising quality to our consumers whether they are designing an entirely new kitchen or dropping in for accessories. We run immersive and exciting in store events bringing retail theatre alive for our clientele and partners so that they can experience all the lifestyle benefits of our products, as part of their individual customer journey. In this role you will be Leading the team to deliver a best in class brand and sales experience to both consumers and partners, you will take charge of the overall performance and profitability of the business operation while ensuring consistent alignment with the company culture, style and sophistication. You will build relationships with clients and local partners ensuring a strong network of business development opportunities. Working alongside our partnerships team, you will design and deliver engaging events for our future customers, forming a large part of your role. Responsible for delivering a sales, margin and P&L budget for the store, with the highest standard of retail execution. The store manager will be heavily involved in the creation of the strategy, but ultimately accountable for the way it is delivered and executed in store. A pivotal role for our business, you will be encouraged to bring ideas and innovation to the way we operate, specifically within the premium and luxury sector. Demonstrating success by driving sales, managing teams, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. What will it take to succeed Retail store management experience is a must, coupled with a strong knowledge of premium and luxury brands, products, retail theatre and consultative selling. You will understand the expectations and preferences of luxury clientele, have the willingness to go above and beyond to impress, while always keeping an eye on the sales metrics. You will be a proven and capable people leader with a track record of motivating and developing employees, creating succession plans and managing inline with the cultural ambitions of the Miele Own Retail business. Dedicated to providing impeccable service through your team, offering personalised assistance and expert guidance, ensuring the consumer is placed at the heart of everything we do. A natural salesperson and both confident and capable when dealing with new and challenging situations, you will bring an ability to form relationships with local businesses and high net worth individuals, previous experience in luxury retail is essential. You will be proactive and adaptable to change with excellent planning, organisation and time management skills. What can we offer you? We offer a competitive salary dependent on experience, plus an evolving pay and benefits package which could take your OTE up to £60,000 - £65,000 (this includes maximum bonus earning potential and allowances, with a base salary of between £45,000 - £50,000 based on experience). We want you to feel you can join a team where we will help you reach your potential, be respected, and perform at your best. Miele has a respectful, positive and inclusive culture and working for Miele GB is exciting and rewarding. We employ approximately 400 employees in the UK in all areas of our business and can provide a great support to progress your career within the organisation. If you have the experience outlined above and are excited about leading our Solihull Experience Centre and can bring energy and commitment to the team, this could be the place for you. If you want to join us and further your career, apply to us in full, telling us "Why Miele" and "Why you!" Find out more about working at Miele in retail