| Area Manager – The Body Shop | |
| Alshaya Egypt Ref: GP435-474 |
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The RoleThe RoleSalary circa 13000 Egyptian pounds plus benefits The way we do business, the way we make products, the way we source ingredients, and the way we use our voice; we're different because of our values. As Area Manager for The Body Shop, you are accountable for meeting the brand's yearly business plan for your stores as a minimum. This is achieved through development of your people and a commitment to the delivery of excellent operational standards in line to the brand expectations. Maximises sales in all stores through coaching and performance management of managers and their teams. Constantly reviews sales improvement practice, plans and initiatives and implements changes when needed. Takes a commercial approach to decision making. Provides feedback to office team to assist in improving the brand offer. Supports the brand vision through development of a culture of accountability and support. Minimises costs in all stores through the performance management of store managers in control of salary, shrinkage and all other controllable costs. |
RequirementsRequirementsMinimum five years experience in retail Area management experience needed Extensive knowledge of retail operations Fluent written and verbal Arabic essential |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyAlshaya are a leading international franchise operator for over 40 of the world's most recognized retail brands including BHS, H&M, Starbucks, Mothercare, Arcadia Group, Debenhams, River Island, Boots, The Body Shop, Vision Express, Next, Foot Locker, Pizza Express, PQ and Dean & Deluca. The company currently operates over 1400 stores in 15 countries across its operating divisions in the Middle East, Africa, Turkey, Russia, Southern & Eastern Europe and employs more than 15,000 people. Based in Kuwait but with regional offices across the globe, we’re on target to double our stores within 5 years. Our major presence is in the Middle East including Kuwait, UAE, Lebanon, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain & Qatar and we are expanding rapidly in many other markets. The Operating teams for each of the Divisions and Brands is supported by a fully integrated, pan-regional infrastructure, incorporating best practice activities in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, IT, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial control. Our Mission is to be recognized as a leading global retailer, operating internationally recognized brands to the highest possible standards. Through a spirit of trust, co-operation and best practice, we aim to build and maintain long-lasting, professional and mutually profitable business partnerships. To support our growth we need the experience and expertise of talented and dedicated retailers and operators for all levels of management and support staff and in all disciplines who can help us achieve our vision and growth. In return there are excellent prospects for development, a tax free salary and an incredible lifestyle to enjoy. The Company provides all the usual benefits you would expect from a large corporate employer. Specific benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process but a very generous annual bonus scheme and extensive staff discounts across numerous brands are indicative of how we reward and encourage high performance. |
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