Area Manager

Job title : Area Manager
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Lyndsay Allan
Job reference : 1488973
About the role

Are you a highly motivated, dynamic individual looking for a varied role with people management, operations and everyday being different?  This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to change their career or progress their Retail career into an Area Retail Manager. This company has supported people from the armed forces, lawyers and recruiters shift career into Retail as a Retail Area Manager. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing the operations and profitability of 5 retail stores within a designated area. 

Responsibilities

Team Management: Recruit, train, and performance manage staff, providing coaching and guidance to ensure high performance, excellent customer service, and a positive work environment.

Store Operations: Ensure efficient and effective operations of multiple retail stores within the designated area, including visual merchandising, inventory management, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Sales and Profitability: Drive sales and profitability targets by analyzing sales data, identifying trends, and implementing strategies to maximize revenue and minimize costs. Monitor and control expenses to achieve financial objectives.

Customer Satisfaction: Foster a customer-centric culture by ensuring exceptional customer service standards are maintained across all stores. Resolve escalated customer issues and implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including health and safety standards, employment laws, and company policies. Implement loss prevention measures and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in any field
  • Full, Australian drivers license
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a focus on driving sales and achieving targets.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing retail environment
Benefits
  • Guaranteed Annual pay rises for 4 years
  • Company car with all expenses paid, including personal fuel
  • Well structured business with constant feedback 
  • Opportunities to grow your career
  • Global business leader in Retail
About the company

If you are passionate about people management, have excellent leadership skills, and are ready to take on the challenge of managing multiple stores, we encourage you to apply for the position of Area Manager. Globally known business focused on value driven shopping experiences across food, general merchandise and alcohol. Well known for paying above market average on salaries and looking after their people.

How to apply

Please apply to the advert with an up to date CV, cover letters are not necessary. Unfortunately my client is unable to sponsor so please apply with only full working rights in Australia.