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Job Title


Assistant Store Manager


Company : Cotswold Outdoor Group


Location : Grasmere, Ambleside


Created : 2025-05-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Assistant Store Manager Grasmere Full Time | 40 Hours | Up to 27,500 Annual Bonus Are you passionate about the outdoors and ready to step into a leadership role in one of the UKs most stunning outdoor locations? Cotswold Outdoor Group , home to Cotswold Outdoor , is looking for a driven Assistant Store Manager to join our welcoming and experienced team in Grasmere . Based in the heart of the Lake District National Park , youll support a passionate team and help customers gear up for adventures big and small from local hikes to international expeditions. What Youll Be Doing Operational Support : Help manage stock, audits, banking, and general store operations Team Leadership : Motivate, develop, and lead a team of outdoor enthusiasts Customer Excellence : Champion top-tier service and deliver outstanding in-store experiences Sales Initiatives : Support and implement seasonal sales strategies to achieve targets What Youll Bring Experience in retail management, ideally in the outdoor, apparel, or footwear sectors A genuine passion for outdoor pursuits and technical product knowledge Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills A proactive, customer-focused mindset and team-first approach What We Offer Up to 27,500 salary performance-based annual bonus of up to 2,025 One-week induction to set you up for success 4060% staff discount across our extensive outdoor gear range Career development opportunities across our growing store network 33 days holiday , including bank holidays (with an option to buy more) A collaborative, enthusiastic team environment filled with like-minded adventurers Why Grasmere? Located on the Coast to Coast Trail , our Grasmere store is a destination in itself. Surrounded by fells, lakes, and trails, its the perfect place to work if you love nature and adventure. Our team brings deep knowledge of hiking, trekking, and international expeditions, and theyre always ready to share their experience. 2 great reasons to join us in Grasmere: Our knowledgeable team loves to talk kit, whether its for the Himalayas or Helvellyn. Youll be working in one of the UKs most beautiful national parks Ready to inspire others on their outdoor journey? Apply today and take the next step in your retail career with Cotswold Outdoor Group.