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Main - Multi Site Store Manager

United Kingdom Req #675
11 June 2025

Are you our next standout Multi-Site or District Manager?

At WHSmith Travel, we’re on the lookout for a passionate, driven leader to join us on this exciting new chapter of Travel. You’ll lead a portfolio of stores across multiple formats—including our Airports to Rail or your local Hospital across the UK, You will be driving performance, inspiring teams, and delivering operational excellence.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead and develop Multi-Site Store Managers / Stores to deliver exceptional results, driving commercial success and elevating customer experience.
  • Drive commercial performance and customer experience across your district or Cluster.
  • Champion a culture of coaching and development, compliance, and continuous improvement
  • Use data to make smart decisions and influence positive change. Leading and coaching Managers to deliver exceptional results.
  • Embrace diversity, fostering inclusive environments where wellbeing is prioritised. Your Authenticity, Empathy, and integrity.
  • Support future business growth by maintaining excellent relationships with landlords, ensuring open communication, clear expectations, and mutual respect.

What you’ll bring:

  • Proven experience in multi-site / area retail leadership experience.
  • Strong commercial acumen and people management skills.
  • A passion for customer experience and operational excellence
  • The ability to lead through change with confidence and clarity
  • Excellent communication and coaching capabilities

Why WHSmith Travel?
We’re a trusted brand with a bold vision for the future. Join us and be part of a high-performing, people-first culture where your leadership makes a real impact.

How we reward our teams: 

  • Competitive salary, pension scheme, and 33 days holiday (including bank holidays). 
  • Employee discounts (up to 50%) and deals from retail partners for savings on dining, entertainment, and more. 
  • Employee Assistance Programme to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. 

About WHSmith: With a rich heritage, WHSmith continues to grow, particularly in airports, hospitals, rail stations, and motorway services. Our InMotion brand is leading the way in digital accessories, offering an exceptional customer experience. We have established strong partnerships with brands like M&S and Costa Coffee to broaden our customer offerings across the UK. As we grow, our mission remains simple: to make every journey better. 

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, where our colleagues are welcome and free to be themselves. 

Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey.

 

 

 

 

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  • Job Family SM
  • Pay Type Salary
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  • United Kingdom