Join to apply for the Assistant Store Manager role at OKA. Founded over 20 years ago by three entrepreneurial women with a passion for beautiful, practical and comfortable homes, OKA is more than a furniture and homeware retailer: it is a love affair with living well. We inspire people to confidently create a home that reflects their personality, a space where nothing should be too precious or perfect to be enjoyed with family and friends. British-born, today we have 14 stores across the UK, an established Interior Design and Trade business, a mail‑order service and a thriving website. We are currently looking to recruit a full‑time Assistant Manager to support our Retail Team, based at our store in Knutsford, Cheshire. In the historic town of Knutsford, found in Cheshire’s golden triangle, what was once the Conservative Club is now home to our beautiful OKA store. The iconic building provides a stunning backdrop for our two floors of furniture and accessories. ABOUT US We know the best work is done by people who enjoy their jobs, so we create a fun and nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and is able to thrive. We are looking for an agile and proactive Assistant Manager with a positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit who can help us nurture this company culture. RESPONSIBILITIES

Provision of exceptional customer service to OKA customers Providing advice and guidance on products to customers in person and via phone Generating and maximising revenue to meet sales targets Efficient and accurate execution of EPOS transactions, processing of payments and associated transactional paperwork and processes Identifying sales opportunities Promoting the OKA Home Stylist and Interior Design Service (IDS) services Being a proactive member of the sales floor team: greeting all customers and offering assistance, managing customer returns, communicating care and maintenance instructions for customer purchases, upholding presentation standards for the Store and back‑office areas Role‑modeling our Company Values and Behaviours

OUR VALUES

Put the Customer First – provides exceptional internal and external customer service at all touchpoints Be In It Together – approachable, personable, committed to shared success Think Big – creative, innovative, solutions orientated Own It – curious, persistent, drives results Stay Playful – energises others, focuses on positives and opportunities, finds room for spontaneity

ABOUT YOU

Professional retail experience in a management or supervisory position Extensive selling skills and the ability to motivate others Thorough knowledge of the furniture/home furnishings market Flexible approach to working hours as the sector demands Strong leadership, management, and organisational skills Problem‑solver, excellent team player A creative, problem‑solving spirit Passion for the OKA brand

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE

33 days holiday (including bank holiday entitlement), pro rata, plus. Length of Service increases Day off for your birthday Enhanced Maternity Pay Employee Assistance Programme Eligibility for a discretionary company presence Plus a suite of additional employee benefits including: Company pension scheme, life assurance cover, free eye tests, cycle to work scheme, interest free travel loans, social events, online wellbeing centre and more.

If successful you will become part of the OKA family, a fast‑paced and dynamic business. If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV and details of your salary expectations, notice period and right to work information via the link provided. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Customer Service Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at OKA by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr