About the opportunity... We are a successful, growing, award-winning retailer. As we expand our business even further, we are looking for experienced Area Managers passionate about all things retail and the customer journey. 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.
As an Area Manager, you will report into a Regional Manager and lead around 18 - 23 Stores in your area. At Poundland & Dealz, no two days are the same, which brings exciting challenges along the way. Our business is perfect for you to make an impact, and you will play a pivotal role in the future of Poundland & Dealz.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
What you'll be doing... 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
About You.... You will have experience in the following:
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
What we can offer... Competitive salary
Potential to earn bonus
Company car (an electric/hybrid car) or car allowance
Personal private medical care cover
Discount Card 10% discount on most purchases in store including PEP&CO
Family Friendly Benefits
Loyal Service Awards
My Staff Shop exclusive discount portal
Apprenticeships & Career Development
Life Assurance Cover
Health & Wellbeing employee assistance programme to support you
Holiday Allowance 33 days and ability to purchase additional holiday
Birthdays are important, so each year, you can take the day off as an extra days holiday
Pension
About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 850 stores and nearly 17,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings.
At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
It is our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues that make it all possible.
We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do, and they keep us on track.
They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues and Protect the Pounds & Euros... By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land which is fun, friendly and full of surprises a place where our people can truly be the best version of themselves!
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