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Job description / Role
The Brand:
Potbelly Sandwich Shop began in 1977 as a small antique store run by a nice young couple. Our philosophy on giving is aligned with our mission, To Make People Really Happy.Kindness and the spirit of generosity are part of our culture and history.
As you would expect, our passion for great food helped us develop a huge following of loyal Potbelly fans. At Potbelly, a customer gets the chance to create the sandwich or other item the way you want to have it. We don't start making your food until a customer places an order...so they can let their mood determine what they order.
The Role:
Responsible for store operations, staff development, marketing and visual merchandising for either whole-country territories within a region, or within-country responsibility combining both flagship and major stores.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drives and delivers sales performance of assigned stores, and manages sales objectives and operational costs, in line with the agreed business plan.
* Implements processes which clearly communicate personal responsibility at all levels for achievement of weekly/monthly sales targets.Â
* Ensures that stores maximise use of space, anticipates and advise changes to layout based on sales or seasonal history.
* Implements measurable appraisal processes, develops and implements training to maximise sales potential.
*Ensures stores adhere to brand layouts and corporate look whilst maintaining a dynamic working relationship with brand teams to optimise business performance.
Requirements
Skills & Experience:
* Degree level in Business Administration or a related major
* Minimum of 5 years experience in a supervisory / managerial position within the retail industry
* Fluent written and verbal English
About the Company
As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.
Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.
Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.
From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.