Regional Manager – Leinster Builders’ Merchants / Hardware Retail
Our client, a leading Irish hardware and builders’ merchants retail group is seeking to recruit an experienced Regional Manager to join its Sales and Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven Building Merchant retail professional to oversee the performance and development of multiple branches across the Leinster Region.
Reporting to the Head of Sales and Operations, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving regional growth, operational excellence, and strong member relationships. This position requires a strategic and hands‑on leader with strong commercial acumen and experience within the builders’ merchants, hardware, or construction‑related retail sector.
Key Responsibilities for the job of Regional Manager
Develop and implement regional sales strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets
Support and guide members to maximise commercial performance and operational standards
Identify market opportunities and adapt strategies to remain competitive
Build strong relationships with members, suppliers, and key stakeholders
Act as the main point of contact between the group and its members
Work collaboratively with internal departments to support business growth
Identify and attract potential new members within the region
Support initiatives to expand market share and strengthen the brand presence
Key Requirements for the job of Regional Manager
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior sales or leadership role, within builders’ merchants, hardware, or construction‑related retail essential
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the builders’ merchants sector
Proven ability to develop and deliver strategic sales plans
Strong leadership, influencing, and relationship‑building skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make commercially sound decisions
Full driving licence and willingness to travel across the region
Package
Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives
Pension contribution and income protection
Fully expensed vehicle or car allowance
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to join a progressive and growing organisation with strong career development potential
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