Retail Area Manager - South-East Region
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Retail Area Manager to lead our client's retail operations in the Southeast of Ireland.
This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with a strong background in convenience retail, sales growth, and business development.
Responsibilities:
* Drive sales, profitability, and brand engagement across multiple stores.
* Support retailers in implementing best practices.
* Exceed agreed sales and profitability targets across all stores.
* Achieve and maintain a retailer loyalty rate of 90% or higher.
* Ensure strong brand engagement through training, key initiatives, and operational excellence.
* Manage a pipeline of potential new stores and oversee rebranding efforts.
* Ensure all accounts comply with credit terms and maintain profitability across locations.
* Provide insights on competitor activity and market trends to drive strategic decision-making.
* Ensure compliance with legislation, best practices, and quality standards, including attaining the EIQA mark.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in the convenience retail industry, ideally in a retail development or area management role.
* Strong knowledge of P&L, cash flow projections, and financial management.
* Proven success in achieving sales targets and driving business growth in a retail environment.
* Experience managing budgets and working within financial constraints.
* Full clean driving licence required.
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a thriving retail network.