Area Manager Hampshire & Dorset Salary up to £60,000 Car Benefits Are you a high-performing Store Manager that has led projects or training roles across multiple sites ready to step into a Area Manager role? Or are you an existing Area Manager looking for a new challenge? This is a genuine progression opportunity for ambitious retail leaders within supermarket, convenience or discount retail who are ready to move beyond a single store and take ownership of a wider region. We're partnering with a fast-paced, expanding retailer seeking an Area Manager to drive performance across multiple stores in Hampshire and Dorset. Whether you're already operating at Area Manager level or you're a strong Store Manager who has led projects or supported multiple sites, this is your chance to step up. The Opportunity As Area Manager, you will: Lead, inspire and develop a team of Store Managers Drive sales, standards and customer experience across multiple locations Implement business strategy locally while influencing wider operational decisions Support new store openings and continuous improvement initiatives Build high-performing, engaged teams that deliver consistent results This role offers real exposure to senior leadership and the chance to shape performance across a growing estate. Who We're Looking For We're interested in: Existing Area Managers within supermarket, convenience or discount retail Experienced Store Managers from larger-format stores Store Managers who have led business-wide projects or held regional coach or training roles across a multi-site operation Retail leaders who can demonstrate influence beyond their own store Strong commercial operators with a track record of delivering results Natural leaders who develop people and build high-performing teams Why Join? This business is on an exciting growth journey. You'll be joining at a pivotal stage, with genuine opportunity to grow your career as the company expands. BH35073