Area Manager

Placements24; Newlands; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Health insurance

Car allowance

Travel expenses covered

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of businesses within the Queenstown region. You will lead multiple store teams, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence across the area.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong coaching, and hands-on leadership. You will monitor KPIs, implement growth initiatives, and travel to sites as needed in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive management experience.
• Proven track record managing multiple locations or business units.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze business data and develop strategic plans.
• Experience in hybrid work environment with travel to various sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage and drive performance of multiple business units or retail stores.
• Develop and execute area-specific strategies to hit sales, profit, and operational targets.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to direct reports.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze trends and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure consistent policy application and customer service excellence.
• Identify growth and efficiency opportunities within the area.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and proven Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of businesses or retail locations in the Queenstown region. This role requires a strategic leader responsible for driving performance, managing multiple teams, and ensuring operational consistency and excellence across their assigned area. You will play a key role in implementing company strategies at the local level, monitoring business performance, and fostering a culture of success and customer focus. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious manager looking to expand their leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and drive the performance of multiple business units or retail stores within the assigned geographical area.
• Develop and execute area-specific strategies to achieve sales, profit, and operational targets.
• Provide strong leadership, coaching, and development to direct reports (e.g., Store Managers, Unit Leads).
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies, operational standards, and customer service excellence.
• Identify opportunities for growth and efficiency improvements within the area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive management experience, with a proven track record managing multiple locations or business units.
• Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and operational efficiency.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze business data and develop strategic plans.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment with potential travel to various sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Car allowance and travel expenses covered.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A stimulating work environment with a focus on regional business growth.