Retail Area Manager - North of England at BLUE CROSS GROUP LTD

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

37000.0

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Retail Management, Multi-site Management, Sales Growth, Profit Maximization, Customer Experience, Team Leadership, Volunteer Management, Communication, Problem-Solving, Budgeting, Financial Target Achievement, Operating Plan Development, Staff Development, Driving License, Animal Welfare Values

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Retail Area Manager - North of England Application Deadline: 2 April 2026 Department: Fundraising, Comms & Engagement Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Northern England Reporting To: Retail Operations Manager Compensation: £33,156 - £37,000 / year Description Contract: Permanent, full time (35 hours over 5 days) Salary: £33,156 - £37,000 per annum Location: Across Lancashire, Warwickshire, Staffordshire and Yorkshire Closing date: Thursday 2nd April 2026 Interview stages: 1st Stage Interview – 8th or 16th April 2026 followed by a second stage interview with a presentation – 29th April 2026 At Blue Cross, we’re proud of our growing retail operation which plays a vital role in funding our mission to support pets and their owners. Following a strong 2024 and being shortlisted for Outstanding Retail Charity of the Year 2025 by the Charity Retail Association, we’re looking for a talented Retail Area Manager to join our ambitious team and to build on that momentum. More about the role As Retail Area Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of 12-14 Blue Cross shops across Lancashire, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and Yorkshire. Ideally, you will live within this geographic area. You’ll be responsible for leading and supporting Shop Managers and volunteers to drive performance, maximize income and deliver an outstanding customer experience – all while upholding our animal welfare values. You’ll travel regularly between sites (approx. 10,000 business miles/year), supported by a company vehicle in line with our environmental strategy. About you You will bring experience managing multiple retail sites, preferably within the charity sector with vast experience in growing sales and improving net profit. You will be a hands-on leader who can effectively manage and develop both employees and volunteers whilst demonstrating excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A collaborative approach is essential, as the retail team plays a key role in wider Blue Cross initiatives such as Pet Food Banks. Essential Knowledge, skills, and experience; Full UK driving license Retail management within a commercial company and/ or a UK registered charity Experience of achieving success against financial targets Experience of developing and monitoring budgets and operating plans Experience of direct management and on-going development of staff in a multi-site situation How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.

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Responsibilities

The Retail Area Manager will lead and support Shop Managers and volunteers across 12-14 shops in Lancashire, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and Yorkshire to drive performance and maximize income. This involves ensuring an outstanding customer experience while upholding the organization's animal welfare values.