Charity Retail Area Manager – Lead Local Stores & Impact

Helen and Douglas House; England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organisation in the UK is looking for an Area Manager to lead their retail teams across Oxfordshire and Thames Valley. This role involves motivating shop managers, driving sales growth, and ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing multiple retail sites, possess strong leadership qualities, and be passionate about making a difference. Benefits include a company car and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Company car

Mileage allowance

Pension scheme

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing multiple retail sites, ideally with both commercial and community-focused environments.
• A motivating leader who brings out the best in others.
• Commercially astute, target-driven, and comfortable analysing performance.
• Highly organised, adaptable, and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• An excellent communicator who builds strong relationships at all levels.
• Passionate about making a difference through meaningful work.
• A full UK driving licence holder.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire shop managers and volunteers.
• Drive sales growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and organisational policies.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff and volunteers.
• Champion sustainability through effective stock generation and ethical retailing.
• Build positive relationships with local communities, donors, and partners.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the retail strategy.

Skills

Managing multiple retail sites

Motivating leadership

Commercial acumen

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Passion for community work

Job description

A charitable organisation in the UK is looking for an Area Manager to lead their retail teams across Oxfordshire and Thames Valley. This role involves motivating shop managers, driving sales growth, and ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing multiple retail sites, possess strong leadership qualities, and be passionate about making a difference. Benefits include a company car and a hybrid working model.