Head Of Retail At Glenshire Group

Head of Retail / Retail Director

Location: Glenshire House, Kirkcaldy & Field-Based (sites throughout Scotland / UK)

Start Date: Monday 25th March 2024 or sooner (immediate start available)

Application Deadline: Monday 19th February 2024, with interviews taking place from 20th February onwards

Salary: £45,000-£65,000 per annum

Contract: Full Time

Head of Retail what?

Greens Retail are in the midst of an exciting period of growth on a journey to become the leading convenience store operator in Scotland as well as this year entering the English market. Combined, we are on track to deliver 50+ convenience stores and a £100m+ group turnover.

We are looking for a Head of Retail to lead our Retail / Ops Team (with Area Managers reporting to you directly) as well as leading our Trading strategy. You will report directly into the Retail MD and will act as a key member of the Senior Leadership team to develop and deliver strategic plans.

Greens Retail who?

Greens Retail are the leading c-store chain in Scotland, having being crowned Independent Retail Chain of the Year at the prestigious Grocer Gold Awards as well as numerous other awards such as Scottish Local Retailer of the Year.

We continue to grow, build and innovate within existing stores primarily under the 'Greens' fascia throughout Scotland and are continually expanding into further sites. Find out more info by checking out our website www.Greens.co.uk.

At Greens Retail, our motto is 'redefining convenience retailing' and we differentiate from others by having a mission to create an awesome customer experience, highest store standards and unrivalled local involvement. Whilst we benefit from a strong Head Office support team based in Kirkcaldy, Fife, we take great pride in allowing our teams the autonomy to build their stores as if it was their own business. Benefiting from in-store bakeries, butcheries and many other in-store concessions, we are continually looking to expand our horizons.

Greens Retail are part of the Glenshire Group, a Scottish family-owned conglomerate based in Fife. The Group operates in multiple sectors Retail (Greens Retail), Food & Drink (Pizza Hut & Subway Franchises), Hospitality, Property, and Frozen Drinks (Skwishee).

What will I be doing?

• Retail & Trading Strategy - develop and implement strategic directions to ensure we are delivering on core retail values and driving growth and KPIs
• Propel Innovation and Energy - as a young, dynamic business we are constantly innovating and disrupting the sectors in which we operate. We'd look for you to lead this innovation through energy and collaboration including working with our other group brands.
• Leading people through Training & Culture - To provide professional leadership and direction to Ops and Trading teams to allow colleagues to develop and nurture whilst exceeding on performance. Recruiting best possible talent and developing through the business with growth opportunities.
• Reporting and Liaison - liaising with business units particularly including People and Marketing to ensure relevant input in key decisions. Provide relevant and timely reports to other Business Units and Directors on plans and performance.
• Legal Compliance - ensure stores are operating legally and compliantly.
• KPIs and Profitability - take ownership of business-wide P&L to ensure profitability and adherance to KPIs across all business units

Benefits?

• Competitive Salary, dependent upon skill-set
• Increasing holiday pay with length of service, up to 32 days per year
• Colleague discount of 10% within retail stores & Subway and 50% discount in Pizza Hut Delivery sites throughout Scotland
• Pension with 3% employer contributions
• Be part of a young, entrepreneurial and fun team
• Prosper & flourish with the business - if you succeed, we succeed
• Get involved within wider parts of the business - engage with fellow store managers, colleagues or pop in and see the Head Office team
• Ample opportunity to learn and grow, with career progression opportunities within retail or wider group businesses
• Financial and wellbeing support - including through Grocery Aid and Retail Trust

What do I need?

We are looking for a proven, process-led operator. Whilst food retail experience is preferred, it is not necessary and we welcome applications from Area Managers / Regional Managers or above in other process-led industries such as QSR to apply. 

Beyond this, it is essential you have a willingness to deliver, are passionate about retail and have a strong attention to granular ops processes.

When & how do we get started?

• We are looking for the ideal candidate to start ASAP.
• Please submit your CV here and we'll be in touch or to have a chat with our MD, connect on LinkedIn.