Area Manager

  • Zachary Daniels Recruitment
  • Bournemouth, Dorset
  • Feb 17, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

Area Manager
Hampshire & Dorset
Salary up to 60,000 + Car + Benefits

Are you a high-performing Store Manager that has led projects or training roles across multiple sites ready to step into a Area Manager role? Or are you an existing Area Manager looking for a new challenge?

This is a genuine progression opportunity for ambitious retail leaders within supermarket, convenience or discount retail who are ready to move beyond a single store and take ownership of a wider region.

We're partnering with a fast-paced, expanding retailer seeking an Area Manager to drive performance across multiple stores in Hampshire and Dorset. Whether you're already operating at Area Manager level or you're a strong Store Manager who has led projects or supported multiple sites, this is your chance to step up.

The Opportunity

As Area Manager, you will:

  • Lead, inspire and develop a team of Store Managers

  • Drive sales, standards and customer experience across multiple locations

  • Implement business strategy locally while influencing wider operational decisions

  • Support new store openings and continuous improvement initiatives

  • Build high-performing, engaged teams that deliver consistent results

This role offers real exposure to senior leadership and the chance to shape performance across a growing estate.

Who We're Looking For

We're interested in:

  • Existing Area Managers within supermarket, convenience or discount retail

  • Experienced Store Managers from larger-format stores

  • Store Managers who have led business-wide projects or held regional coach or training roles across a multi-site operation

  • Retail leaders who can demonstrate influence beyond their own store

  • Strong commercial operators with a track record of delivering results

  • Natural leaders who develop people and build high-performing teams

Why Join?

This business is on an exciting growth journey. You'll be joining at a pivotal stage, with genuine opportunity to grow your career as the company expands.


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