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Build-A-Bear Workshop® is scouting for a few good bears!

Bear Builder Associates


To become a Bear Builder associate in a Build-A-Bear Workshop® store, visit a store near you and complete an application. Or complete our Bear Builder associate mini-application online!


IT Operations Supervisor

The IT operations supervisor is responsible for supervision of existing operations and implementing new operations processes within the BABW IT department to ensure the reliablity of our IT technology and processes.This includes supervision of the UK IT service team members, management of the procurement of all IT-related purchases; recommending infrastructure improvements; developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with operational policies and procedures; and engineering, administration and maintaining computer operations including hardware, communication capabilities as well as critical technical processes and project efforts such as new store openings.

The supervisor will be responsible for accomplishing these functions by utilizing a combination of internal resources as well as external vendors. The supervisor will also be the key IT point person in the UK to build and maintain strategic and tactical internal business partner relationships.

The role includes but is not limited to:

  • Daily supervision, engineering and administration of IT service and operational processes
  • Daily supervision, engineering and administration of IT systems infrastructure
  • Daily supervision, engineering and administration of proactive IT alert systems
  • Daily supervision, engineering and administration of IT backup systems
  • Daily supervision, engineering and administration of IT communications and network systems
  • Daily management of IT new store openening, closing and updates
  • Daily management of external IT partners
  • Daily leadership and development of direct reports
  • Daily management of internal business partner relationships


Bristol/Bath Management Opportunities

We are always looking for talented manager at Build-A-Bear Workshop, and currently we have some exciting opportunities in the Bristol/Bath Area for the roles of Store manager, Assistant manager and Supervisor. If you have retail experience, specifically with management roles please submit your CV and covering letter to recruitment@buildabear.co.uk.

Please also state your prefered Job position and Store.


Chief Workshop Manager (Store Manager)

Build-A-Bear Workshop is always looking for talented managers. Should you wish to be considered for any one of our stores, please apply and name which specific location is of interest.

The Chief Workshop Manager (CWM) is ultimatley responsible for all that occurs within the store including sales, guest experience, human resources and expense control, etc. The CWM will also function as a floor leader during shifts and will have designated responsibilities within the store, such as scheduling, stations, training, parties, etc. Conducts performance appraisals, performance conversations, recommendations for pay changes and conducts associate final interviews. Reports to Bearitory Leader. This is a Full Time / salaried position.

We currently have the following vacancies:

  • Derby - Maternity Cover
  • Basildon
  • Liverpool

Assistant Workshop Manager (Assistant Store Manager)

Build-A-Bear Workshop is always looking for talented managers. Should you wish to be considered for any one of our stores, please apply and name which specific location is of interest.

Assistant Workshop Manager (AWM) reports to the Chief Workshop Manager (CWM). AWM will have assigned responsibilities within the store such as training, parties and staffing, etc. They will function as floor leader during shifts at which time they are responsible for the operation of the entire store. Typically AWM's will have a minimum of two years prior supervisory experience. Full Time / Salaried position.

We currently have the following vacancies:

  • Stratford City
  • Cribbs Causeway

Associate Manager (Supervisor)

Build-A-Bear Workshop is always looking for talented managers. Should you wish to be considered for any one of our stores, please apply and name which specific location is of interest.

Associate Manager (ASM) reports to the Chief Workshop Manager (CWM) and is a part time/full time position ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week depending upon business need. This is considered an entry level supervisory position and is the first managerial position in store. The main function of this position is to learn to be a great floor leader. As those skills are developed, the ASM may begin to take on a designated responsibility within the store in preperation for their promotion to the position of Assistant Workshop Manager (AWM). Part Time / Full Time and Salaried position.

We currently have the following vacancies:

  • Basildon
  • Regent Street
  • Exeter
  • Bath
  • Bristol