Area Manager

Job Brief

The Area Manager is responsible for managing the sales and operations of a specific geographic area. The Area Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to drive sales and profitability in the area, as well as managing a team of sales representatives. The Area Manager will also be responsible for analyzing market trends, developing promotional plans, and managing pricing and inventory levels.

Job Description

• ● Formulate fruitful business development strategies to ensure long-term success
• ● Set standards and objectives for different stores and departments
• ● Optimize and oversee operations to ensure efficiency
• ● Lead a team of store managers towards effective collaboration and attainment of goals
• ● Undertake sound financial management to ensure stores are profitable and stay within budget
• ● Ensure compliance with company’s policies and operational guidelines
• ● Deal with problems by providing creative and practical solutions
• ● Evaluate performance using key metrics and address issues to improve it
• ● Report to senior executives on progress and issues
• ● Assist upper management in decisions for expansion or acquisition

Job Requirements

• ● Proven experience as area manager, store manager, assistant manager or similar managerial role
• ● Knowledge of performance evaluation metrics and principles
• ● Sound understanding of optimization of store operations and standards for success
• ● Working knowledge of ERP software
• ● Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
• ● Excellent organizational and leadership abilities
• ● Strong business acumen with a strategic orientation
• ● Excellent problem-solving abilities
• ● BSc/BA in business administration, retail management or similar field