Area Manager
Main Duties & Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead our pharmacy retail chain across the Dublin region. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales, margin, and return on space to agreed targets.
* Improve the overall commercial performance of both the Retail and Dispensary areas of the business.
* Deliver exceptional retail standards across your territory.
* Develop and motivate all pharmacy employees to deliver company expectations by providing direction and instruction where necessary.
* Ensure all new processes and procedures are implemented at store level.
* Build strong relationships with pharmacy managers to ensure smooth and efficient operation of the pharmacy.
* Monitor and control all operational costs.
* Recruit the best possible applicants for your stores/ensure the best people are recruited by Franchisees.
* Develop staff to achieve their full potential, including coaching and mentoring pharmacy managers where applicable.
* Ensure weekly KPIs template is completed on time and accurately.
* Identify exceptional performance where necessary and take appropriate action.
* Develop robust and detailed action plans for all stores covering all KPIs.
* Continuously analyze revenue drivers and explore methods to improve them in each pharmacy, providing end-to-end solutions.
* Apply improvements across all pharmacies in line with company policy.
* Ensure compliance with preferred supplier lists to maximize margin.
Operational Standards
* Maintain high standards of merchandising and pricing.
* Ensure staff appearance meets company expectations.
* Display window displays and exterior appearance that align with company branding.
* Implement Category Management plans effectively.
Qualification, Experience & Skills Required
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A minimum of 5 years' management experience within the pharmacy or wider retail market.
* Strong people management and influencing skills.
* A proven track record of sales growth and business development.
* Be a high achiever with determination and drive to succeed.
* Capable of driving business profitability by implementing good business controls.
* Excellent communication, planning, organization, and analytical skills.
* Be organised, flexible, motivated, and a hard-working leader.
* Hold a retail business degree or equivalent.
* Hold a full driving license.
* Demonstrate the following skills:
o Management
o Target-driven
o Retail Management
Benefits
The successful candidate will receive:
* Pension benefits
* Performance bonus