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Area Manager Designate

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Poundland & Dealz

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must lead operational teams, achieve sales targets, implement business plans, navigate change, know employment practices, be computer literate, and influence senior teams effectively.
  • You will lead 18-23 stores, coach teams, analyze performance, drive sales, enhance customer service, and develop talent while implementing strategies for success and addressing underperformance.

Requirements

  • Leading and managing operational teams in a multi-site retail environment
  • Delivering sales targets within a dynamic environment
  • A proven record of accomplishment in implementing business plans and driving compliance
  • Leading teams through significant changes
  • Working knowledge of current employment practices
  • Computer literate with a basic level of Excel
  • Experience in presenting and influencing senior teams

Responsibilities

  • As an Area Manager, you will report into a Regional Manager and lead around 18 - 23 Stores in your area.
  • You will lead and support our stores to deliver the highest possible standards.
  • You will be a commercial/people leader and, in turn, have the autonomy to manage our business to get the right results.
  • Coaching and Leading your teams through periods of change
  • Implementing robust succession plans to develop future leaders
  • Identifying and nurturing the very best talent to create a “high performing” team
  • Analysing Area performance and developing strategies to drive people/sales metrics
  • Ensuring customer service is embedded and is the driver for all colleague behaviours to create an outstanding in-store customer experience
  • Identifying and developing commercial action plans that drive sales and service
  • Reviewing underperforming stores and developing strategies to address performance

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Area Manager Designate?

The main responsibility of the Area Manager Designate is to lead and support around 18 to 23 stores, ensuring they deliver the highest possible standards in customer service and operational performance.

What skills are required for the Area Manager Designate position?

Required skills include leading and managing operational teams in a multi-site retail environment, delivering sales targets, implementing business plans, and having a working knowledge of current employment practices.

Is experience in the retail sector necessary for this role?

Yes, experience in leading operational teams within a multi-site retail environment is essential for this role.

What kind of support does the role provide to store teams?

The Area Manager Designate provides coaching, develops succession plans for future leaders, analyzes performance, and implements strategies to drive sales and improve customer experiences.

What are the benefits offered for this position?

The benefits include a competitive salary, bonus potential, company car or car allowance, personal private medical care, a 10% discount card, holiday allowance, and life assurance cover, among others.

Are there opportunities for career development?

Yes, the company offers apprenticeships and career development opportunities to help colleagues grow in their careers.

How does the company prioritize customer service?

The company prioritizes customer service by embedding it into every aspect of colleague behavior, ensuring that creating an outstanding in-store customer experience is a core focus.

Is there a provision for additional holiday?

Yes, colleagues have a holiday allowance of 33 days, with the option to purchase additional holiday. Additionally, employees can take their birthday off as an extra day’s holiday.

What are the company's core behaviors?

The company's core behaviors are: Love Our Customers, Care for Our Colleagues, and Protect Our Pounds/Euros.

Does the position include presenting and influencing senior teams?

Yes, experience in presenting and influencing senior teams is a requirement for the Area Manager Designate role.

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Poundland & Dealz

Creating Amazing Value Everyday

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1990
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Poundland Story. Everything for £1 was the idea of our founders in 1990 and we’ve grown to become one of the largest discount & value retailers in the UK, with thousands of great products at £1 across over 500 stores… and sometimes we offer special promotions and products at other prices. We work hard to bring you amazing value products every day with over two-thirds being sourced from the UK.