- Location
- 50 Pingle Drive (View map)Bicester OX26 6WDUK
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 7, 2026
About TOTEME
TOTEME is a Stockholm-based fashion house founded in 2014 by Elin Kling and Karl Lindman. Its collections span ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories, sold through its own stores, online and selected retailers. Roles cover design and product development, retail, wholesale and the functions supporting those activities.
TOTEME seeks a full-time Assistant Store Manager for its new Bicester Village store in Oxfordshire, starting as soon as possible. Reporting to the Store Manager, the role supports store operations, team leadership, sales performance, visual merchandising and an elevated client experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage store operations, ensuring efficient workflows and staff scheduling.
- Drive sales performance and monitor progress to consistently meet or exceed targets.
- Coach and support Sales Advisors daily to sustain high team performance and service excellence.
- Guide the team on brand knowledge, collections, the store experience, and operational procedures.
- Support the Store Manager in planning and executing in-store events and activations.
- Ensure visual merchandising standards are met and coach the team in day-to-day execution.
- Conduct regular team briefings on business priorities, company policies, and new collections.
- Share product insights and qualitative feedback with internal teams, informed by client needs and local trends.
Qualifications
- At least three years of experience in a senior retail role, preferably in luxury fashion.
- Experience leading and coaching a high-performing team.
- A solid understanding of store workflows, budgeting, and performance analysis.
- Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- A dedicated TOTEME ambassador who embodies the brand’s culture and values.
- Genuine curiosity about people and motivation to understand the client base.
- Passion for delivering a luxury experience and exceeding client expectations.
- Highly organized, with a hands-on, proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Able to understand TOTEME’s sustainability commitments and contribute to responsible business practices.
Skills
Experience
At least three years in a senior retail role, preferably within luxury fashion; experience leading and coaching a high-performing team.
Workplace
This position is based in Bicester, England, UK.
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Culture
TOTEME’s job descriptions emphasize collaboration across design, product development, retail and operations. Store roles combine client relationships, styling and day-to-day operational work, while office roles support the house’s international activities.
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