<div class="rowDynamicLinks" id="GlobalContentHeaderTitle1"><div class="col my-4"><p class="m-0"><strong>The Vacancy</strong></p></div> </div><div class="container PLACEHOLDER" id="[@idDisplay@]"><div class="row PLACEHOLDER"><div class="col-sm-12 p-0"><p><u><strong>Area Manager –&nbsp;North East/West Yorkshire</strong></u></p><p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;North East/West Yorkshire<br><strong>Salary:</strong>&nbsp;Competitive</p><p>We are seeking a dynamic Area Manager to lead our North East/West Yorkshire&nbsp;region operations. This challenging, fast-paced position requires exceptional organisational skills and the ability to drive performance across multiple locations.</p><p><u><strong>Purpose of Role</strong></u></p><p>As Area Manager, you will oversee and support approximately 30 retail stores across the North East/West Yorkshire region. Your primary responsibility is to motivate and lead a team of store managers to achieve ambitious business objectives while translating strategic goals into actionable short and long-term plans that drive sustainable, profitable sales growth.</p><p>You will work closely with our Central Operations team and support centre to develop operating priorities, establish accountability standards, and implement effective communication and training initiatives across your region.</p><p><u><strong>Essential Experience</strong></u></p><ul><li><strong>Retail Management:</strong>&nbsp;Minimum 2 years of large store retail management experience</li><li><strong>Multi-site Leadership:</strong>&nbsp;At least 2 years managing multiple retail locations</li><li><strong>Area Management:</strong>&nbsp;Minimum 2 years in an Area Manager role or similar senior multi-site position</li><li><strong>Preferred:</strong>&nbsp;Discount retail experience (advantageous but not essential)</li></ul><p><u><strong>Key Performance Indicators</strong></u></p><ul><li>Deliver area sales budget targets (like-for-like and overall performance)</li><li>Maintain area salary costs within budgeted percentage of turnover</li><li>Achieve shrinkage reduction targets across all locations</li><li>Drive area profitability in line with annual budget</li><li>Ensure 95% product availability on core product range</li><li>Champion key company compliance standards and initiatives</li></ul><p><u><strong>Essential Attributes</strong></u></p><ul><li><strong>Remote Leadership:</strong>&nbsp;Proven ability to lead and inspire teams across multiple locations</li><li><strong>Integrity:</strong>&nbsp;Demonstrated high ethical standards in all business dealings</li><li><strong>Drive &amp; Energy:</strong>&nbsp;High-energy approach with resilience in fast-paced environments</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong>&nbsp;Strong team player who builds effective working relationships</li><li><strong>Analytical Thinking:</strong>&nbsp;Data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making</li></ul><p><u><strong>What We Offer</strong></u></p><p>We recognise and reward the dedication of our colleagues&nbsp;with a comprehensive package that includes:</p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary commensurate with experience</li><li>Company car provision</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance coverage</li><li>Generous colleague discount&nbsp;</li><li>Colleague benefits portal featuring extensive discounts at national and local retailers</li></ul><p>Join our team and play a pivotal role in driving retail excellence across the North East/West Yorkshire&nbsp;region while building a rewarding career with excellent growth opportunities.</p></div></div></div><script>var idDisplay = "[@idDisplay@]";idDisplay = idDisplay.replace("[@","").replace("@]","")if (idDisplay != "idDisplay" && '[@idDisplay@]' != "" ){$('#[@idDisplay@]').find("a").addClass('[@hereToChangeLinkClass@]');}else{$("a").addClass('[@hereToChangeLinkClass@]');}</script> <div class="rowDynamicLinks" id="GlobalContentHeaderTitle2"><div class="col my-4"><p class="m-0"><strong>A Bit About Us</strong></p></div> </div><div class="container " id="[@idDisplay@]"><div class="row "><div class="col-sm-12 p-0"><p>Poundstretcher is one of the UK’s leading discount retailers.</p><p>Founded in 1981, Poundstretcher has a network of over 300 stores across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.</p><p>You’ll find everything you need for your home at Poundstretcher, from food and drink, health and beauty and household cleaning essentials to gardening, storage, stationery and children’s toys – all at market leading prices. 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