Regional Operations Manager

Crown Paints; Choppington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paint manufacturer in the UK is looking for a Regional Operations Manager to oversee multiple stores in Scotland. In this role, you will lead a customer-focused team, drive sales growth and profitability, and ensure each site meets its operational goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in multi-site sales leadership and a commitment to building diverse, inclusive teams. This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and company benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Company car

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Proven track record of multi-site sales leadership, ideally in a trade or B2B environment.
• Strong commercial and operational acumen delivering profit, ROI and growth.
• Experience managing regional P&L, budgets and stock to optimise performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop Store Managers across multiple sites.
• Drive sales growth and profitability managing budgets and stock levels.
• Maximise impact through data-led decisions on resource allocation.

Skills

Multi-site sales leadership

Commercial acumen

Data-driven decision-making

Coaching and developing leaders

Problem-solving

Building diverse teams

Job description

Lead, inspire and grow a network of stores across Scotland

Drive sales performance, operational excellence and a winning team culture.

What will you be doing?

As our Regional Operations Manager, you’ll lead a region of Crown Paints stores — ensuring each site performs at its best and every Store Manager is set up for success.

• Lead, mentor and develop Store Managers, creating a high‑performing, customer‑focused team that delivers commercial success.
• Drive sales growth and profitability across multiple sites — managing budgets, P&L, stock levels and pricing for your region.
• Maximise commercial impact by making smart, data‑led decisions on resource allocation and investment.
• Coach and develop your team, fostering a winning culture and clear succession plans to grow internal talent.
• Identify underperformance early and provide the right support to help people thrive.
• Bring the national strategy to life regionally, securing buy‑in from stores and aligning short‑term action with long‑term growth goals.
• Collaborate with Trade Sales, Specification and Marketing teams to deliver shared business objectives and customer excellence.

You’ll know you’ve succeeded when your region consistently hits its sales and profitability goals, your teams feel motivated and supported, and your stores are recognised as operationally excellent and commercially strong.

What experience will help you succeed?

• Proven track record of multi‑site sales leadership, ideally in a trade or B2B environment.
• Strong commercial and operational acumen — delivering profit, ROI and growth through data‑driven decision‑making.
• Experience managing regional P&L, budgets and stock to optimise performance.
• Skilled in coaching and developing leaders, with a hands‑on approach and presence in‑store.
• Ability to translate national strategies into regional success stories, bringing consistency, belief and discipline to every store.
• Innovative problem‑solver who identifies challenges, seises opportunities and acts quickly to implement change.
• Committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where every individual’s strengths are recognised and developed.

What kind of leader will thrive here?

You’ll be a hands‑on, visible leader, the face of your region, who’s happiest out in stores, building relationships, and helping your team overcome challenges.

• Inspiring belief and energy in others.
• Creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and growth.
• Recognising and developing talent across your region.
• Leading with authenticity and inclusivity — valuing diverse perspectives and experiences to strengthen your team.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary, annual bonus scheme and company car.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A generous pension plan where we’ll match — or even double — your contribution.
• Product discounts and wellbeing benefits to support your lifestyle.

Apply now and be part of a business that’s painting a brilliant future — for our people, our customers and our communities.