Area Manager

Company: Zachary Daniels
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Location: Essex
Job Description:

Job Description

Area Manager – East London & Essex£50,000 – £60,000 + Car + Bonus + BenefitsFood & Discount Retailer

Are you a degree calibre Deputy Manager or Store Manager in supermarket or discount retail looking for your first step into multi-site leadership?

We're recruiting for a well-established and growing food and discount retailer, seeking an Area Manager to lead stores across East London and parts of Essex. This is a standout opportunity for driven retail leaders ready to progress their careers into field management as an Area Manager.

What you'll do:

  • Lead multiple stores to deliver operational excellence, compliance, and strong commercial results

  • Develop and coach store managers and teams to reach their full potential

  • Take full accountability as an Area Manager for KPIs, performance, and customer experience across your area

  • Build succession plans and support business growth through people and standards

What we're looking for:

  • Degree calibre – either graduate-level education or equivalent professional experience

  • Experience as a Store Manager or Deputy Manager in a supermarket or discount retail setting

  • Strong commercial focus, people leadership, and hands-on management style

  • Ambitious, adaptable, and ready to take the next step into an Area Manager role

This is the perfect platform for an emerging leader to join a successful retailer and establish themselves as a high-performing Area Manager.

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Posted: May 19th, 2025