Title:

Department Manager

Location:

Essex

Salary:

company pension; staff discount

Description:

As a Department Manager at Bhs, you will be responsible for providing outstanding customer service through the day to dayoperation of your division, delivered by a well organised, well trained and motivated team.If you are enthusiastic, committed and driven to succeed, we will be committed to helping you develop your managementcareer to its full potential. We can provide you with longer -term career opportunities by which you can exceed all yourexpectations!You will be given challenging responsibilities and rewarded positively for your achievements. Previous experience as aRetail Department Manager is preferable.At British Home Stores, we pride ourselves on the happy, friendly atmosphere within our teams, our customers love to seeit and we want to make sure it stays that way.Our managers are given innovative and creative tools to motivate and recognise the teams in achieving better ways ofworking, ensuring that Bhs is not only a great place to shop, but also a great place to work for everyone.Required skills:A proven ability to lead and motivate your team along with hands on experience of managing and resolving performanceissues through effective coaching and development are essential.A strong commercial background will provide you with the ability to analyse, forecast and act upon sales information, allcrucial skills required for this role.Experience in delivering high standards through accurate stock management and excellent visual presentation will enableyou to succeed in this fast paced and challenging environment.If you are a team player with strong communication skills and flexible in your approach this could be the role for you!