About the job

Area Manager level externally

As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for maximising the profitability of the division now and in the future, achieving excellent customer service and retail standards through team performance. Pro-active in driving and developing future business, and influencing decisions, you will identify opportunities and risks using external market trends and competitor insights. Part of the senior retail leadership team, you will not only lead, develop and inspire your division, but also the wider store. Championing initiatives across services, operations and wellbeing.As the Sales Manager you will:

• Drive all sales opportunities, constantly seeking to improve productivity while managing all costs within budget, maximising stock availability and improving merchandising standards
• Lead and inspire a skilled management team to sustain high performing teams through coaching and development, taking action when appropriate
• Collaborate with senior leadership to action the company vision, ensuring effective implementation of initiatives
• Challenge and develop operational efficiencies across the division and the store
• Monitor divisional sales and profit, delivering appropriate action, including stock loss and markdown / wastage plan
• Ensure that key business messages are cascaded effectively to all members of the team both own bought and concession
• Plan effectively for key trading events (e.g. sale, new season) and ensure implementation
• Be responsible for concession relationships. From supporting the achievement of sales plans, to highlighting risks and opportunities
• Ensure that the Division is fully compliant at all times with trading standards legislation, health & safety legislation and security standards