29 Retail jobs in Stoke on Trent

Express Store Manager - Crewe

CW4 7ES Crewe, North West Asda

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Express Store Manager - Crewe, CW4 7ES Job Title Express Store Manager
Location
EXPPFS - 4113 HOLMES CHAPEL
Employment Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
45
Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits


Category
Store Operations
Closing Date
19 August 2025


About the Role

There's a role for everyone in retail - including leadership. As a Store Manager - Express in one of our Asda Express stores, you'll work with a small team of colleagues to drive sales, set standards and deliver KRAs. You'll be the key motivator, maintaining morale and creating an operation that keeps customers coming back. You'll support Asda's pricing strategy and keep costs low. If you're looking for a chance to develop further in retail, this could be the role for you!

As part of the leadership team, you'll work on a rolling rota which will include weekends, evenings and sometimes, late nights.  

About You

You'll be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to change. You'll be naturally friendly and want to get stuck in, working with your team to deliver great results as well as spot talent and support their development. You'll have good leadership and people skills as well as be a strong coach, role model and mentor who inspires the team to be the best they can be. At times, you will need to deal with management issues such as disciplinary and grievances in a professional manager as well as manage rota planning and holidays.

Apply today by completing an online application…

Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

  • Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
  • Discretionary company bonus scheme
  • Access to an enhanced electric car scheme
  • Free eye test for you and your nominated user
  • Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
  • Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more
  • Company pension
  • Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
  • Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
  • Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
  • Colleague recognition programme
  • Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas
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Asda Express Store Manager - Cannock

WS12 3TN Cannock, West Midlands Asda

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Asda Express Store Manager - Cannock, WS12 3TN Job Title Asda Express Store Manager
Location
EXPPFS - 5654 Heath Hayes
Employment Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
45
Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits


Category
Store Operations
Closing Date
19 August 2025


About the Role

There's a role for everyone in retail - including leadership. As a Store Manager - Express in one of our Asda Express stores, you'll work with a small team of colleagues to drive sales, set standards and deliver KRAs. You'll be the key motivator, maintaining morale and creating an operation that keeps customers coming back. You'll support Asda's pricing strategy and keep costs low. If you're looking for a chance to develop further in retail, this could be the role for you!

As part of the leadership team, you'll work on a rolling rota which will include weekends, evenings and sometimes, late nights.  

About You

You'll be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to change. You'll be naturally friendly and want to get stuck in, working with your team to deliver great results as well as spot talent and support their development. You'll have good leadership and people skills as well as be a strong coach, role model and mentor who inspires the team to be the best they can be. At times, you will need to deal with management issues such as disciplinary and grievances in a professional manager as well as manage rota planning and holidays.

Apply today by completing an online application…

Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

  • Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
  • Discretionary company bonus scheme
  • Access to an enhanced electric car scheme
  • Free eye test for you and your nominated user
  • Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
  • Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more
  • Company pension
  • Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
  • Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
  • Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
  • Colleague recognition programme
  • Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas
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Cleaning Colleague - Crewe

CW1 2PT Crewe, North West Asda

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Cleaning Colleague - Crewe, CW1 2PT Job Title Cleaning Colleague
Location
Crewe
Employment Type
Part time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
16
Pay Rate
£12.45
Category
Retail Hourly Colleagues, Sales Staff
Closing Date
18 August 2025


About the Role  

Our stores operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, with that brings a wide variety of shift patterns – if you're looking for flexible working to fit around your lifestyle, then look no further! We'll work with you on your shifts, but late and weekend working is a requirement of the role and we may need to be flexible with your work pattern.   

There's a role for everyone in retail. We put our customers first with excellent service, welcoming stores and ‘extra special' products – we work as a team to deliver a great shopping trip through clean and well-maintained stores.  As a Cleaning Colleague, you will be responsible for completing daily cleaning tasks and working alongside the whole store team to maintain the highest standards for our customers.  

About You  

You'll be naturally friendly and want to get stuck in, working with your team to deliver great results. You'll have an enthusiastic approach to learning new skills across different departments. Full training will be provided including how to operate cleaning machinery. You will care about giving customers a great shopping experience, through maintaining the highest cleaning standards across the store, both inside and out. You will be a strong communicator, enabling you to respond to unexpected requests promptly and handle any customer queries that arise.   

Asda, that’s more like it

Apply today by completing an online application…  

Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

  • Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
  • Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
  • Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.
  • Company pension
  • Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
  • Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
  • Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
  • Colleague recognition programme
  • Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.
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Security Colleague - Crewe

CW1 2PT Crewe, North West Asda

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Security Colleague - Crewe, CW1 2PT Job Title Security Colleague
Location
Crewe
Employment Type
Part time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
16
Pay Rate
£12.45
Category
Retail Hourly Colleagues, Store Operations
Closing Date
17 August 2025


About the Role  

To be employed in this role you must be over the age of 18 and pass a basic level safeguarding check. 

Our stores operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, with that brings a wide variety of shift patterns – if you're looking for flexible working to fit around your lifestyle, then look no further! We'll work with you on your shifts, but weekend working is a requirement of the role, and we may need to be flexible with your work pattern.   

At Asda, the safety and security of our colleagues and customers is very important. Helping customers feel secure is all part of the service they love. Security colleagues play a vital role in safeguarding our colleagues and customers and protecting our business. 

You will be responsible for keeping a constant watch with patrols/checks including checking the inside and outside areas of the store for any signs of damage, break-ins or tampering with cash point machines. It will be your responsibility to carry out daily checks on fire doors, clear any obstructions and maintain the fire door records. Sometimes there may be conflicts and heightened situations which will require your support in ensuring that colleagues and customers are safe. You will be supporting your manager with random spot checks by acting as a witness and recording the details, conducting spot checks on vehicles in the warehouse yard, with the driver present and other spot checks including making sure paperwork and processes are completed in areas like claims and returns, waste management and lost property. 

About You 

You'll be naturally friendly and want to get stuck in, working with your team to deliver great results. You care about giving customers a great shopping trip and that includes making them feel safe along the way. 

Asda that’s more like it

Apply today by completing an online application… 

Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

  • Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
  • Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
  • Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.
  • Company pension
  • Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
  • Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
  • Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
  • Colleague recognition programme
  • Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.
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Retail Assistant - Part Time - Stafford

ST18 0AQ Stafford, West Midlands Compass Group

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Salary: £12.25 per hourShift hours: Part Time

We're looking for a Retail Assistant who will be the face of our business, delivering exceptional customer service for Defence on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, takes pride in their food and most of all, join a company that takes pride in its people.

As a Retail Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience
  • li>Being knowledgeable about our service and helping customers with natural, engaging service
  • Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Handling cash and operating the cash register
  • Complying with Health and Safety regulations

Our ideal Retail Assistant will:

  • Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride
  • Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
  • Be an excellent team player with great communication skills
  • Have a desire to succeed in your role
  • Possess the ability to work under pressure
  • Demonstrate great timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0808/94593001/52755192/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Reference: com/0808/94593001/52755192/BULocation: Stafford
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Head of Retail

Staffordshire, West Midlands £110000 - £140000 Annually Zachary Daniels Recruitment

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Head of Retail | Midlands | Salary up to 140,000 + Benefits

Zachary Daniels are proud to be partnered with a leading national retailer in their search for a dynamic and strategic Head of Retail. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a well-respected brand at a pivotal time in their growth journey.

As the Head of Retail, you will be responsible for leading and developing a large, complex, and regulated retail operation, operating across hundreds of sites nationwide. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of service delivery, customer experience, compliance, and operational performance across the estate.

A regulated industry background is essential - we are looking for candidates with senior leadership experience in sectors such as pharmacy, healthcare, veterinary, care, or other similar regulated environments.

Head of Retail Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a large-scale, multisite regulated retail operation with a strong focus on compliance, customer care, and commercial performance

  • Develop and implement a national retail strategy that aligns with brand values and business objectives

  • Champion a culture of operational excellence, clinical safety, and continuous improvement

  • Inspire, lead, and develop a high-performing field leadership and support team

  • Build strong cross-functional relationships with commercial, property, and support office teams

  • Ensure all stores and services meet and exceed required regulatory standards

About You:

  • Proven experience leading regulated services or retail at scale

  • Background in pharmacy, care, healthcare, veterinary, optical, dental, or other regulated sectors

  • Must have led a team of Area Managers or equivalent multisite leadership roles

  • Experience managing external partners and suppliers effectively

  • Demonstrable experience of leading large multisite teams within a commercial, customer-focused environment

  • Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and clinical governance in a retail or community setting

  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to engage and influence at all levels

  • Commercially astute, with a passion for delivering outstanding service outcomes and driving innovation

  • Able to operate at both strategic and operational levels in a fast-paced, evolving business

This Head of Retail role offers a salary of up to 140,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a lasting impact at national scale.

Why Apply?

  • Join a forward-thinking, people-led retailer with a genuine focus on service and customer wellbeing

  • Play a key role in shaping the future of regulated retail in a dynamic national business

  • Excellent career development opportunities and a highly competitive remuneration package

If you're an experienced Head of Retail or senior leader ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.


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Store person

Cheshire, North West £16 - £18 Hourly PSR Solutions

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We are recruiting for a Store person to work on a site in crewe, on behalf of our client who has a nationwide presence. The site is accessible to anyone who requires public transport, as well as offering on-site parking for those who will drive.

Store Person roles and responsibilities:

  • Manage the storage and safekeeping of goods in a store or warehouse.
  • Receive goods from suppliers, check the goods for damage and store it appropriately.
  • Ensuring maintenance and appearance of delivery vehicle is kept to a high standard.
  • Carry out daily checks and maintain forklift.

Store Person requirements:

  • 2 x references from a previous Store person position
  • CPCS/Npors Telehandler
  • Minimum of 1 year experience as a cleaner
  • Full PPE (we can provide if required)

Storeman Benefits

  • Monday - Friday,
  • Weekly pay

If you are interested in this Storeman role or would like more information, please contact the Trades and Labour team at PSR Solutions or apply

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Sales Consultant - Luxury Menswear

Cheshire, North West Zachary Daniels Recruitment

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Sales Consultant - Luxury Menswear | Wilmslow | Fixed Rota | No Sundays, Mondays or Bank Holidays
Salary: Competitive basic + bonus + 4K clothing allowance

Looking for a role that blends style, personal service and genuine client connection, without the pressure of a hard sales environment?

We're working exclusively with a boutique luxury fashion business based in Wilmslow, known for their one-to-one customer experience, beautifully designed menswear, and standout reputation.

They're now looking for a Sales Consultant to join their close-knit team, supporting clients through every step of their bespoke or hirewear journey, from initial consultation through to final fitting.

What You'll Be Doing as a Luxury Sales Consultant :

  • Acting as a key contact for grooms and wedding parties throughout their full journey - from first appointment through to suit collection

  • Advising clients on styles, fabrics and tailoring options to suit their shape, personality and wedding style

  • Managing your own sales targets, while supporting both bespoke and rental wear clients

  • Helping select and shape future collections

  • Supporting the smooth running of the bespoke suit ordering process - full training given


What We're Looking For:

  • Experience in luxury fashion or retail sales

  • A confident eye for style, colour and detail, and a warm, customer-focused approach

  • Someone who thrives in a premium, consultative sales setting - no pushy targets here

  • Full UK driving licence is a bonus, but not essential


Luxury Sales Consultant Benefits:

  • 4,000 clothing allowance (you'll get your own beautifully tailored pieces made)

  • Competitive salary + bonus

  • Tuesday-Saturday fixed rota (Sundays, Mondays and Bank Holidays always off)

  • A relaxed, family-run team culture and beautiful boutique showroom

  • Free onsite parking


This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who loves fashion, thrives on delivering high-touch customer service, and wants to build specialist knowledge in men's tailoring, all without the pressure of a fast-paced high street floor.

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Retail Supervisor

Staffordshire, West Midlands MorePeople

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Retail Supervisor | Garden Centre | Stoke-On-Trent
Competitive

Do you have a passion for retail, a flair for merchandising, and the skills to lead a team? If so, we'd love to hear from you!



About our client

Our client is a well-established and much-loved garden centre known for offering a wide range of high-quality products-from garden furniture to seasonal ranges like Christmas. Their focus on customer experience and quality products has earned them a loyal customer base. They're now looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Retail Supervisor to take charge of one of their key departments.



About the role

As the Retail Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing a dynamic product area such as garden furniture, outdoor living, or seasonal stock (like Christmas). You'll play a key role in driving sales, maintaining stock standards, delivering exceptional customer service, and motivating your team to achieve their best.



The ideal candidate

You'll ideally have previous experience in a retail environment-garden centre experience is a bonus but not essential. You'll be confident in leading a team, have a keen eye for merchandising, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to the sales floor. Strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering a great customer experience are a must.



How to Apply

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, don't hesitate-apply below! An immediate start is available. For a confidential chat, get in touch with Felicity at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) .

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E-Commerce Manager

Staffordshire, West Midlands £50000 Annually KPI Recruiting

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E-Commerce Manager

Location: Stoke-On-Trent

Hours: Monday to Friday

Salary: £50,000 per annum

The role:

Our client is looking for an experienced E Commerce Manager to take ownership of the commercial performance, strategic growth, and day-to-day operations of all UK marketplace platforms, including Amazon and eBay. Reporting to the Global Head of eCommerce, this individual will drive the marketplace strategy, manage a Marketplace Executive, and ensure profitable growth, operational efficiency, and brand consistency across third-party channels.

This is a commercially focused, hands-on role requiring strong trading expertise, marketplace knowledge, and the ability to work cross-functionally to achieve ambitious revenue and margin targets.

Responsibilities

  • Drive growth across Amazon, eBay, and other marketplaces in line with the broader eCommerce and brand strategy
  • Manage marketplace pricing, promotions, and product ranges to maximise sales while maintaining brand integrity
  • Own marketplace forecasting, trading performance, and profit analysis
  • Monitor key metrics, analyse customer behaviour, and deliver weekly performance reports with actionable insights to senior leadership
  • Ensure all product listings are accurate, optimised, and compliant with platform requirements
  • Collaborate with internal teams (inventory, operations, customer service) to deliver seamless customer experience and high service levels
  • Manage operational processes including A+ content, chargebacks, brand registry, and performance scorecards
  • Manage and develop the Marketplace Executive, setting clear objectives and supporting professional growth
  • Build a results-driven culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and commercial excellence
  • Oversee the creation and optimisation of product content, including high-quality images, keywords, and attributes to improve visibility and conversion
  • Work closely with the digital content team to ensure consistent and engaging brand representation across all marketplace platforms
  • Stay informed of changing marketplace policies and category guidelines
  • Proactively resolve account issues or suspensions in collaboration with platform support teams

Key Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a marketplace or eCommerce trading role, with practical knowledge of platforms such as Amazon and eBay
  • Proven commercial acumen with a strong analytical approach, consistently delivering profitable revenue growth
  • Proficient in using marketplace and analytics tools, including Amazon and Ebay 
  • Demonstrated experience in mentoring or managing team members, fostering development and performance
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a proactive mindset and strong problem-solving abilities
  • Skilled in project management, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver complex initiatives
  • Exceptionally organised and capable of managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, digital-first environment with a strong focus on performance and continuous improvement

Interested? Call Maria on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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