<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong data-end="238" data-start="137" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">General Manager | Rushden Lakes | Leading Retail &amp; Lifestyle Brand | Salary up to £40,000 + Bonus</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Zachary Daniels Recruitment is thrilled to be recruiting a <span data-end="320" data-start="301"><strong>General Manager</strong></span> for one of the UK's most popular retailers at <span data-end="395" data-start="378">Rushden Lakes</span>! Join a dynamic, high energy environment offering an ever-changing mix of lifestyle products. This is your chance to lead a flagship location and make a real impact.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">As <strong>General Manager</strong>, you will take full ownership of the store, translating the brand's vision into actionable strategies. You'll lead a large, multidisciplinary team, oversee commercial performance, and ensure exceptional customer experiences in a high-footfall, creative retail environment.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong data-end="971" data-start="946">General Manager Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></p><ul data-end="1582" data-start="974"><li data-end="1131" data-start="1033"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Lead, manage, and develop a team of 25+ associates, including supervisors and department leads</span></li><li data-end="1223" data-start="1132"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Oversee stock management, buying, deliveries, merchandising, and supplier relationships</span></li><li data-end="1288" data-start="1224"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Manage budgets, margins, costs, wastage, and loss prevention</span></li><li data-end="1359" data-start="1289"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Drive excellent customer service in a busy, fast-paced environment</span></li><li data-end="1417" data-start="1360"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Plan for seasonal peaks, promotions, and store events</span></li><li data-end="1507" data-start="1418"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Handle recruitment, onboarding, training, performance reviews, and absence management</span></li><li data-end="1582" data-start="1508"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Support social media, in-store events, launches, and brand initiatives</span></li></ul><h3 data-end="1610" data-start="1589"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong data-end="1608" data-start="1593">Why Join Us</strong></span></h3><ul data-end="1833" data-start="1611"><li data-end="1669" data-start="1611"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Senior leadership role with <span data-end="1667" data-start="1641">autonomy and influence</span></span></li><li data-end="1714" data-start="1670"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">High-energy, creative retail environment</span></li><li data-end="1789" data-start="1715"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Opportunity to shape the growth of a <span data-end="1787" data-start="1754">distinctive and growing brand</span></span></li><li data-end="1833" data-start="1790"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Competitive salary with bonus potentia<strong>l</strong></span></li></ul><h3 data-end="1859" data-start="1840"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">If you're a driven retail General Manager ready to take the next step in an exciting and unique retail setting, apply now with your <span data-end="2441" data-start="2419">most up to date CV</span>!</span></h3><div><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong data-end="238" data-start="137">General Manager | Rushden Lakes | Leading Retail &amp; Lifestyle Brand | Salary up to £40,000 + Bonus</strong></span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size: 8pt;">BH35139</span></div></dd>