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We’re Sally Europe, the biggest supplier in Europe for hair and beauty professionals. We bring together the following market‑leading professional brands: Sally, Salon Services, Pro Duo, Salon Success and Sinelco, and we operate across six European countries.
Our mission is to be the preferred partner for professionals across Europe, but we are not stopping there. We care about making a difference to our employees and customers and getting it right each time. Our people throughout have a forward‑thinking ethos, teams are always striving to inspire others, and we continue to deliver new and innovative solutions that leave that lasting impression.
We are recruiting for a District Manager to join our Store Operations team. This role will provide support for our retail stores across the East of Scotland.
About The Role
A pivotal role in building cross‑team efficiencies to contribute to the overall business sales and profit target, this role is the linchpin of the field organisation between strategy and execution. The individual will develop and lead high‑performing teams and culture, through an aligned people plan to ensure timely execution of set deliverables. The role will act as an ambassador for change and requires strong stakeholder engagement across Sally Europe in order to ensure its alignment with the broader operational objectives of the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, lead and execute a District Business Plan focusing on sales, operational KPIs, costs and people
* Understand the external market and apply knowledge to build/adapt plans to challenge competitors at pace across stores
* Utilise and analyse business reports to identify ways to maximise district performance as well as effectively coach SMs on interpreting management information
* Understand the key levers of EBITDA and how to control them through robust cost control
* Develop, own and drive the people agenda for the district – engaging, hiring, developing and retaining talent
* Deliver clear succession plans for the district whilst also supporting the wider territory, ensuring the right people in the right place at the right time
* Identify opportunities for development within the district and across the wider business
* Ensure teams are clear on what is expected through robust performance management, identifying strengths and development areas in their people and supporting accordingly
* Drive the execution of all company processes, controls and effective operational management across stores through training, management, analysis and continuous improvement
* Effectively build cross‑functional working relationships/networks for the benefit of the business
* Ensure correct standards of inventory control are implemented across the territory to reduce and optimise stock holdings and minimise stock loss
About You
* Proven track record as a district/area operational manager within a multi‑site retailer
* Experience of delivering plans with both short‑ and long‑term objectives within an organisation
* Demonstrates commerciality and business acumen through business opportunities, maximising sales and positively impacting profitability
* Able to communicate effectively, remotely and build relationships at pace with team and stakeholders
* Demonstrates resilience and agility in leadership style, adapting to the changing needs of the business
* Experience of leading teams through change, driving engagement and delivering results in challenging circumstances
At Sally, we find beauty in you. Finding beauty in diversity is in our DNA because our differences are what make us beautiful. Our diversity, inclusivity, and self‑expression are what fuel our innovation and growth. In our company, we come together to create a culture for ONE & ALL.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Sales and Business Developmentp>
Industries
Retail
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