Retail Area Manager – Waterford/Kilkenny/Wexford
Excel Recruitment is seeking an experienced and driven Retail Area Manager to oversee our client’s retail operations across Waterford, Kilkenny, and Wexford. This role is perfect for a results-oriented professional with a strong background in convenience retail, sales growth, and business development. You will be responsible for driving sales, profitability, and brand engagement across multiple stores while supporting retailers in implementing best practices.
Salary: €45k - €55k
Benefits: Company car, performance-based incentives, career progression opportunities
Responsibilities:
* Drive sales and profitability, exceeding agreed targets across all locations
* 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 financial stability
* Provide insights on competitor activity and market trends to support strategic planning
* Ensure compliance with legislation, industry best practices, and quality standards, including EIQA accreditation
* Maintain accurate records, including journey plans, weekly/monthly reports, and prospect lists
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in the convenience retail industry, ideally in retail development or area management
* Strong knowledge of P&L, cash flow projections, and financial management
* Proven ability to drive business growth and achieve sales targets
* Experience in budget management and financial planning
* A full clean driving licence and flexibility to travel across Waterford, Kilkenny, and Wexford
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and develop a thriving retail network in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. If you are a motivated and experienced Retail Area Manager, please apply to Nikki Murran via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Call Nikki 01 871 7600
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