Area Manager - Somerset

Overview

At Mountain Warehouse we currently boast 400+ stores with more than 4000 employees throughout the UK and international locations such as; Europe with Poland and Germany, Canada, USA and our latest adventure in expansion in New Zealand! We have 9 dedicated E-commerce sites across the world which very ambitious expansions plans. Everything we do is focused on delivering the three bests: the best gear, the best service and the best prices. You can learn more about our fantastic products at www.mountainwarehouse.com, and whilst you are there, check out our "Inside the Outdoors" section, where you can explore the outdoors, find expert advice, and learn about some of our charity ventures.

Our Area Managers are fully accountable for their areas. Reporting to the Regional Manager, and joining a team of 17 Area Managers, you will be responsible for the running of our stores across Ireland. Your key responsibilities will be to maximise store sales and profitability, focusing on operational and customer service standards, as well as building and developing a strong team through motivational leadership. Think of it like running your own small business!

Location; Somerset

We'd love to meet someone with:

• Multi-site experience, in a fast-paced retail environment for a minimum of 3 years.
• Fashion/clothing background is desired.
• Proven commercial success. Driving numbers, dynamic and forward thinking.
• Experience of building a succession plan. Comfortable with autonomy of running own business.
• Managing performance, working closely with store teams whilst helping them grow and a hit crucial KPI's
• Excellent communication and influencing skills. Working close with senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Business review experience and strong analytical skills.
• An ambassador for customer service
• Highly motivated and energetic. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Holiday allowance
• 50% staff discount & 25% for family and friends
• Pension scheme
• Health plan
• Car, laptop and mobile provided

In 1997, we launched Mountain Warehouse to make the outdoors accessible to everyone by offering value for money product and exemplary customer service.
The outdoor industry had become very jargon heavy and we wanted to create a brand that would cater to our mothers and our neighbour’s kids as well as seasoned professionals who understood the technology.
Our expansion since then has seen the brand grow and the product evolve, but the small family business that makes MW special has remained. Great product is at the heart of everything we do.
As we expand internationally, we employ a team of dedicated diverse people to offer our valued customers the best possible experience when visiting our stores, shopping online and putting our range through its paces.
Welcome to our journey.