Leading Retail Group seeks Regional Manager in South-East UK.

My Client is one of the leading Department Store Groups in the world.

They offer a wide range of branded luxury and premium products across a range of categories.

They are now looking for a Regional Manager to look after a number of their stores in the South East – including 2 Flagship Stores.

The successful candidate will be an experienced Regional Manager with experience of running large sites (£15 million +).

Ideally from a fashion, beauty or luxury background – we will look at food retail as well.

You must have an excellent track record of commercial success, building teams, and offering the customer an amazing experience.

Main Responsibilities

In charge of the general management and the commercial activities of the stores and accountable for the retail standards within the areas to maximise profitable sales and manage local relationships.

Operations

Ensures correct and complete implementation of the commercial plan for the brands under his/her scope. Adding value and knowhow to the execution of the operating model and adapting the organisation to local needs. Participate in determining the correct sales strategy for the leading area. Define all commercial criteria to be applied in the brands (Lay out, pricing, promotions, Category selection) in coordination with Marketing and Category Management

People

Ensure that there is a positive and good work ethos in all shops. Identify and implement necessary trainings within the store. Review staff performance and track FTE by department

Finance

Analyse monthly KPI’s, income statement and balance sheet. Work with key finance and manpower teams to ensure all people costs are in line with budget and getting the best ROI.

Customer

Promote the brands inside the store and ensure a high standard of customer service is implemented. Gain full understanding of customer profiles and ensure there is a commercial plan to deliver to them

This role carries the following benefits:

Generous salary, Car Allowance. 30% bonus, generous staff discount, private health, pension etc.

To apply – please click on the link below or call Ian Gerstein for more information.