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Area Operations Manager/ Regional Operations Manager

Area Operations Manager/ Regional Operations Manager (nk/aom/ea/01/esex) Essex, England

Salary: GBP60000 - GBP70000 per annum + +bonus+car+bens
Area Operations Manager/ Regional Manager East Anglia/ East Midlands

THE COMPANY
My client is a highly successful distributor of products for the construction industry. They are looking for an Area Operations Manager / Regional Manager to lead and develop a branch network to achieve sales and gross margin targets, whilst ensuring high standards of customer service and operational excellence are maintained at all times.

THE ROLE
Manage, direct and lead a team of Branch/ Store Managers in the designated area to maximise business performance
Drive activity within the area to exceed all area KPI’s and targets to deliver the agreed business and sales plan
Developing and implementing strategies to meet business objectives
Building close relationships with customers and branch networks, contributing to regional development strategy.
Develop high performance culture within the area creating a positive working environment
Coach and support teams and as well as leading recruitment and development of key roles in the area

KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Proven sales, operational and senior management experience within a trade/ distribution or retail environment
Experience of managing a multi-site store/ branch network in a trade/DIY or retail environment
Results driven with a strong track record of profitable sales success
Exceptional communications, negotiation and relationship management skills
Ability to identify and understand business opportunities and build long term relationships with customers
Strong leadership skills, able to manage and maintain accountability across a team
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information
Exceptional people management skills with the ability to engage, motivate and develop colleagues at all levels


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