In short, Area Manager (m/f) will manage day-to-day activities of our second-hand shops, and will plan the sales and marketing strategy to reach the defined goals. 

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing the network of second-hand clothing shops
• Day to day management of the employees in the shops
• Organizing and leading sales and marketing procedures
• Planning and implementing shop merchandising, layout and customer traffic flow so as to maximize sales, customer satisfaction, appearance, image and ergonomics for customers
• Developing sales strategies
• Planning, forecasting, and reporting on the shops performance
• Planning and managing internal communications and awareness of corporate direction, mission, aims and activities
• Monitor measure and report on organizational development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales
• Recruit and train new employees
• Opening of the new shops
• Supervises accounting staff in day-to-day management of the accounts payable/receivable, cash flow, quarterly and annual statements and development of formats and schedules
• Liaise with external agencies and authorities as necessary (advertising, recruitment, training etc.)

PROFESSIONAL AND GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 3 years in sales leadership role in retail in textile industry
• Good knowledge of modern fashion essentials
• Fluency in English (B2 minimum)
• Driving license
• Store opening experience is preferable, but not mandatory

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• High level of self-motivation, precision and commitment to results
• Reliable, honest and dedicated with excellent communication skills
• Team worker that values collaboration and efforts of each colleague
• Self-confident but down-to-earth person with a lot of energy
• Determination and willingness to work hard, along with intelligence and ability to motivate and lead people