Area Manager – Westmeath – Kilkenny
Our client, a leading and innovative multi-national retail chain with over 100 stores nationwide, is seeking to appoint a dynamic Area Manager / District Manager to oversee one of their regions in the midlands.
Area includes, Westmeath, Kilkenny, Wexford, Laoise and Carlow
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded retail leader to inspire, develop, and lead a large team of Store Managers. T
The Role
As Area Manager, you will:
* Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 20+ Store Managers to consistently deliver sales, service, and operational targets.
* Inspire a culture of high performance, accountability, and customer excellence across your region.
* Implement and manage company-wide strategies and change initiatives with an innovative and proactive approach.
* Analyse competitor activity and market trends, identifying opportunities for growth and localised initiatives.
* Ensure that strong performance management frameworks and training tools are in place to maximise team potential.
* Take full accountability for the regional P&L, ensuring profitability and cost control.
* Conduct regular risk and loss prevention audits, ensuring corrective action is followed through.
* Spend meaningful time with your Store Managers, providing guidance, development, and hands-on support.
The Person
* We are looking for a strategic, forward-thinking retail leader who brings:
* 3–4 years' experience as an Area Manager, Regional Manager, or equivalent multi-site leadership role.
* A proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment.
* Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills with the ability to inspire large teams.
* Resilience, energy, and the ability to drive change with confidence.
* Excellent organisational skills and commercial acumen, with full P&L accountability.
* A passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary: € €70000
* 20% Bonus structure 6% Guaranteed
* Pension scheme
* Car allowance
* Generous holiday entitlement