Area Manager

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee multiple stores in Hampshire and Berkshire. This role is ideal for high-performing Store Managers or those with multi-site management experience. As an Area Manager, you will lead operations, enhance customer experience, and contribute to the growth of the business. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000-£65,000, including a car and benefits, within a dynamic and expanding company.

Benefits

Company car

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven retail management experience in supermarket or convenience retail environments.
• Strong track record as a Store Manager of a larger store or multi-site management experience or an existing Area Manager.
• Ambition to progress into a wider operational role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Store Managers across your area.
• Monitor store performance and implement initiatives.
• Support the business growth strategy by opening new stores.

Skills

Retail management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree caliber or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your retail career and manage multiple sites within a growing, ambitious business? We're seeking an experienced Area Manager to join a fast paced retailer on an exciting expansion path. This is a fantastic opportunity for high-performing Store Managers of larger stores or those with multi-site management experience to progress into a senior operational role and play a key part in driving growth. The role will lead parts of Hampshire and Berkshire.

About the Role

As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence across multiple stores, ensuring your teams deliver outstanding performance, customer experience, and sales growth. You will play a key role in implementing strategy at a local level, developing your managers, and supporting a business that is rapidly expanding its footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Store Managers across your area to achieve sales, operational, and customer service targets
• Monitor store performance, implement initiatives, and ensure consistency across all sites
• Support the business growth strategy by opening new stores or improving existing ones
• Develop and coach Store Managers to reach their full potential
• Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate with senior management to drive operational improvements and growth initiatives

Who We're Looking For

• Proven retail management experience in supermarket or convenience retail environments
• Strong track record as a Store Manager of a larger store or multi-site management experience or an existing Area Manager
• Ambition to progress into a wider operational role and contribute to a growing business
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Ideally degree calibre (or equivalent experience) with commercial awareness
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills

Why Join

This is a rare opportunity to step into an Area Manager position within a dynamic, expanding business. As an Area Manager, you'll be at the forefront of growth, shaping the future of stores in your area, with ongoing support and development to accelerate your career. This Area Manager role is perfect for ambitious retail leaders looking to make the leap to multi-site management and beyond.

Whats On Offer

Salary of £60,000-£65,000 plus car and benefits.

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