Store Manager

  • Zachary Daniels Recruitment
  • Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
  • Apr 24, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

Store Manager Fashion Retail Milton Keynes (New Store Opening) Salary up to 46,000 + 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 46,000 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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