Shop Manager

Dogs Trust · Brighton, East Sussex

Shop Manager at Dogs Trust, based in Brighton, East Sussex. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Brighton, East Sussex
Contract
Permanent
Posted
8 hours ago
Closes
7 Nov 2026
Sector
Customer Advisor

Reference 71908395-dd9f-4d68-a7cf-c4cbbdad5eff

About the role

Shop Manager

Application Deadline: 7 November 2026

Department: Retail

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brighton

Compensation: £27,500 per year + benefits


Description

Are you a fashion-conscious dog lover who makes things happen?

We are looking for a commercially minded Shop Manager to help us create a hub of sustainable fashion and a place for dog lovers in your community.

What does this role do?

As Shop Manager, you'll:
  • build and inspire a team of volunteers to deliver excellent customer service,
  • maximise shop profit through achieving or exceeding budgeted sales targets, leading on pricing of items for sale according to guidelines,
  • maintain high levels of shop presentation through effective merchandising, using commercial decision making to drive the best use of space available,
  • use marketing skills to request quality stock,
  • provide leadership and line management to volunteers and members of staff.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role, you'll need some retail experience along with strong team and budgetary management skills. You'll be an engaging, inspiring leader who has the ability to drive sales through commercial awareness and excellent customer service. 

What does this team do?

Our Retail department is a growing network of 33 charity shops, fuelled by a burning passion for animal welfare and positive change, allowing us to raise funds that make a difference in the lives of countless dogs and their devoted owners across the UK.

Reference: 71908395-dd9f-4d68-a7cf-c4cbbdad5eff · Posted 8 hours ago · Closes 7 Nov 2026 · Listed via Dogs Trust

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