Area Manager | South Central | £45,000-£50,000 | Car Allowance + Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing high street fashion and lifestyle retailer as an Area Manager. Covering a portfolio of stores across the South region, this role is ideal for a driven and commercially focused leader with a passion for people, product, and performance.
The business has ambitious growth plans and is seeking an experienced Area Manager who can inspire teams, drive sales, and deliver operational excellence across multiple locations.
The Role
As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for:
Leading, coaching and developing Store Managers to deliver exceptional results across your region
Driving sales performance and ensuring all stores achieve and exceed budget targets
Monitoring KPIs, analysing performance data, and implementing action plans to maximise profitability
Ensuring brand standards are consistently delivered across all stores, including visual merchandising and customer experience
Supporting recruitment, training, and succession planning to build high-performing teams
Maintaining strong communication with Head Office and key stakeholders
Managing costs and ensuring operational efficiencies across the region
Ensuring compliance with all company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety requirements
Taking a hands-on approach to problem-solving and supporting stores with day-to-day challenges
About You
Proven experience at Area Manager or multi-site level within a fashion or lifestyle retail environment
A strong commercial mindset with the ability to drive sales and performance
Excellent leadership and people development skills
A passion for retail, product, and delivering outstanding customer experience
Strong organisational and communication skills
A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to influence and inspire
A full UK driving licence - driving is essential for this role
A solid background within the fashion sector is required
Package
The salary is up to £50,000 (depending on experience) plus a competitive benefits package, including a car allowance to support business travel.
This is a great opportunity for an ambitious retail leader looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and expanding business.
Area Manager | South Central | £45,000-£50,000 | Car Allowance + Benefits
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