Retail Area Manager

Retail Area Manager

Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 per year + benefits

Location: Home-based flexible across West Midlands, West Midlands

Job Type: Permanent

Hours per Week: 35

Closing Date: Friday 2 February 2024

Are you a fashion- conscious dog lover with experience of successful commercial retailing?  Are you results orientated and target driven, with a track record of delivering positive results?

We have an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and enthusiastic Retail Area Manager to cover our 11 shops throughout south Wales, across the Midlands and our most northerly shop in Wetherby near Leeds.

Why Dogs Trust?

We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

With 33 retail stores retail stores across the UK and new stores opening in 2024, we have a broad range of donated and bought in products, we are looking for a dynamic and flexible Retail Area Manager who has the customer and the charity at the heart of everything they do. 

About the role:

In this Retail Area Manager role you will be accountable for the successful delivery of the Retail Operations Strategy in your area to maximise income generation for Dogs Trust.  This will be achieved through the leadership of a team of Shop Managers, their staff teams and the volunteers who support our operations, and the effective monitoring and evaluation of activity to deliver continuous improvement. You will understand the need for the right stock in the right place to maximise sales. You will also ensure the impact/development of Dogs Trust brand across the high-street and ensure the highest level of financial probity across the area

About You:

The successful candidate will have achieved demonstrable success in a similar role in the retail or charity sector, will be accustomed to working to targets and experienced in performance management. You will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with good organisational and interpersonal skills. A commitment to the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust and a full manual driving licence are essential. Experience in multi-site retail management is desirable.

In return for all of this, we have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes excellent annual leave and pension allowances, and you will you join a team of highly professional and driven colleagues in a brilliant upbeat and collaborative environment, all with a genuine passion for dog welfare.   

Please note - a basic Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) and a credit check will be required for this role due to its nature. 

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button.  Our application process requires you to submit a CV and cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note you will be expected to have visited at least one shop in the chain prior to the interview.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust.  We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Retail Area Manager