Store Manager (111451-0326)

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Daniela Pardal (Commercial Recruitment Consultant) at Daniela.Pardal@warwick.ac.uk

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on job share basis.

Are you an inspiring retail leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑performing environment? We are looking for an experienced Store Manager to lead our flagship Co‑op franchise on the University of Warwick campus, the busiest Co‑op store in the entire UK, achieving record transactions, the highest bakery takings across the Co‑op franchise, and offering the largest range of local product lines to meet the needs of our diverse campus community.

This is a rare opportunity to manage a uniquely high‑volume, community‑centric store at the heart of a vibrant university environment, while supporting the University’s values and contributing to our inclusive culture.

As Store Manager, you will lead a large and diverse team, delivering exceptional customer service, robust commercial performance and an engaging in‑store experience every day.

You will reinforce our commitment to co‑operation, inclusion, and community impact, while ensuring the store operates safely, legally and to the highest retail standards.

You will inspire colleagues, drive operational excellence, and champion local partnerships, helping us continue to set the benchmark for campus retail across the UK.

• Lead all aspects of store operations — safety, legal compliance, stock, staffing, merchandising, and financial performance.
• Recruit, train, coach and develop colleagues and Team Leaders, fostering a high‑performing and inclusive culture.
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience, ensuring the store is customer‑ready at all times.
• Maintain excellence in food safety, age‑restricted sales, licensing, and all regulatory obligations.
• Plan and drive commercial activity, identifying new growth opportunities and improving store standards.
• Champion community engagement and support local initiatives, strengthening our place at the heart of campus life.
• Lead change confidently, embedding new processes and driving continuous improvement.
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Warwick Food Group, Co‑op teams, and supply partners.
• Provide flexible support across a 7‑day, 52‑week operation.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

Why Join the Warwick Food Group?

• Be part of a thriving, diverse, and supportive campus community
• Work in a store with national‑level performance and visibility
• Access to excellent staff benefits, development, and training opportunities
• Play a key role in shaping the future of campus retail

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

* World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

CLOSING DEADLINE: Monday 25th May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time) 

To apply, please click HERE. 

• Interview Date: Friday 5th June 2026
• Start Date: June/July 2026

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered.

You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).

Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.