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Area Manager

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Bristol

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

  • 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 primary responsibility of the Area Manager at Poundland?

The primary responsibility of the Area Manager is to oversee approximately 20 stores in and around the Bristol Area, ensuring outstanding customer experiences and achieving operational excellence.

Who will the Area Manager report to?

The Area Manager will report to the Regional Manager.

What are the key behaviours that guide actions at Poundland?

The key behaviours are Love Our Customers, Care for Our Colleagues, and Protect Our Pounds/Euros.

What qualifications and experience are required for the Area Manager position?

Candidates should have experience leading operational teams in a multi-site retail environment, delivering sales targets, implementing business plans, leading teams through significant changes, and a working knowledge of current employment practices.

What kind of benefits does Poundland offer to its Area Managers?

Benefits include a competitive salary, potential bonuses, a company car or car allowance, private medical care, discounts, holiday allowance, family friendly benefits, and a robust pension scheme.

How many stores does the Area Manager oversee?

The Area Manager oversees approximately 20 stores.

Is experience with Excel required for the Area Manager position?

Yes, a basic level of computer literacy with Excel is required for the Area Manager position.

What kind of career development opportunities does Poundland offer?

Poundland offers apprenticeships and career development opportunities to support the growth of its employees.

What is the holiday allowance for the Area Manager role?

The holiday allowance is 33 days, with the option to purchase additional holiday.

What additional day off does Poundland provide each year to its employees?

Poundland provides an extra day off for employees to celebrate their birthdays each year.

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.

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