Area Manager- East London

Area Manager

• Job Type: Full-time (40 hours weekly)
• Location: East London
• Salary: £

We're looking for an energetic and people-focused Area Manager to lead a region of stores and drive outstanding performance. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of both retail and non-retail operations, making sure every site delivers great results and a great customer experience.

You'll be the driving force behind your area's profitability, coaching your managers, supporting their development and ensuring each store hits its targets. If you enjoy leading teams, improving standards and making a real impact across multiple locations, this role offers the freedom, variety and responsibility to truly shine.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage, motivate, and develop your team to maximise sales and efficiency.
• Oversee recruitment, training, appraisals, and performance management.
• Monitor stock levels, make decisions on stock control, and manage replenishment.
• Analyse sales figures, identify trends, and forecast future performance.
• Utilise IT systems to track sales, costs, and business performance.
• Ensure company standards for quality, customer service, and health and safety are met.
• Respond to customer feedback, complaints, and service issues.
• Plan and deliver promotions, displays, and in-store events to drive sales.
• Maintain awareness of market trends and competitor activity.
• Review store performance and implement improvements to increase profitability.
• Build relationships and communicate business updates, targets, and initiatives to staff and senior managers.
• Take responsibility for wider operational issues, such as finance, logistics, or marketing, depending on store size.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Strong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to delegate effectively.
• High customer focus.
• Quick to grasp new concepts.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Strong business sense and well-developed commercial awareness.
• Team-oriented with a desire to generate fresh and innovative ideas.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary £
• Pension and 28 days annual leave
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.

To apply for the Area Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.