**Job Overview:**
We are seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead a team of Store Managers in the midlands region, covering Westmeath, Kilkenny, Wexford, Laoise, and Carlow.
**Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and motivate 20+ Store Managers to achieve sales, service, and operational targets.
* Inspire a culture of high performance, accountability, and customer excellence.
* Implement company-wide strategies and change initiatives with an innovative approach.
* Analyse competitor activity and market trends for growth opportunities.
* Ensure strong performance management frameworks and training tools are in place.
* Take full accountability for regional profit and loss, ensuring profitability and cost control.
* Conduct risk and loss prevention audits, ensuring corrective action.
**Requirements:**
* A strategic retail leader with 3-4 years' experience as an Area Manager or equivalent role.
* A proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment.
* Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills to inspire large teams.
* Resilience, energy, and ability to drive change with confidence.
* Excellent organisational skills and commercial acumen, with profit and loss accountability.
* A passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.