Area Manager – Retail
Location: Swindon / South West
Contract: Full-time, Permanent – 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work)
Salary: £36,000 to £38,000 DOE per annum + car allowance or company car
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Area Manager to join a respected and purpose-driven retail organisation. You’ll oversee a portfolio of shops, leading and developing teams to drive commercial success and deliver exceptional community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
As Area Manager, you will:
* Lead and support shop teams, including paid staff and volunteers, to achieve sales targets and deliver high standards
* Drive commercial and operational performance across your region
* Identify and nurture talent, encouraging growth and development within your teams
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and local communities
* Promote the organisation’s values and presence across all locations
About You
You will bring:
* Extensive experience managing multiple retail sites, ideally in the fashion or charity sector
* Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and deliver on key targets
* A passion for community-based retail and sustainable fashion
* Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills
* A hands-on, resilient attitude with great attention to detail and strong reporting capabilities
* Flexibility to travel across the area, including overnight stays when required
What’s on Offer
You will join an organisation that values its people and offers:
* 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Flexible working options where possible
* A comprehensive training and development programme
* A range of wellbeing incentives including discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
If you are a passionate, commercially minded retail leader looking to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.