Area Manager

Our client is seeking a new Area Sales Manager within the Kent/Essex area to join their growing team.

Offering an impressive salary of £39,000 plus a bonus structure in place, a company car and private health care insurance.

As an Area Manager, you will oversee the operations of multiple store locations. Your role is to ensure that each store achieves its sales targets, maintains operational excellence, and upholds the highest standards of customer service. You will coach and develop Store Managers, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals, and work to enhance store performance through effective leadership, commercial insights, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities as and Area Manager:

Drive sales growth across stores by setting clear targets and performance expectations
Monitor sales performance and KPIs, ensuring targets are met or exceeded
Analyse market trends to identify opportunities to increase sales

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Store Managers, ensuring their continuous growth and performance improvement
Understands the key levers of EBITDA and how to control them through robust cost control
Conduct regular store visits to provide feedback, support, and coaching

Monitor stock levels and inventory management across the area, ensuring accurate stock control and minimising losses

Implement strategies to grow market share and build a strong local presence for each store

Requirements of an Area Manager:

Proven experience as a Store Manager or multi-site retail management role (Area Manager or equivalent)
Experience within the Hair and Beauty industry is preferred
Strong track record of driving sales growth and achieving operational success
Experience in managing, mentoring, and developing large teams across multiple locations

Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
Organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

How to apply?

If you're interested in the role as an Area Manager, please click apply now