Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager

Our client, a food retail, wholesale, and foodservice company in the Tipperary area, is seeking an Area Sales Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple convenience store in the Nenagh & Ballina area, ensuring each location meets company standards and performance targets.

The Role:

As Area Sales Manager, you will be working with one of Ireland’s most reputable employers with responsibilities to include:

·      Lead, coach, and support the Store Managers to deliver strong operational results and exceptional customer service

·      Drive sales, profitability, and KPI performance across all sites

·      Monitor and improve store standards, compliance, merchandising, and presentation.

·      Analyse store performance reports and implement improvement strategies where required

·      Support recruitment, training, and succession planning within the region

·      Ensure strong stock control, waste management, and cost efficiencies across stores.

·      Lead the execution of promotional activity, seasonal events, and new initiatives

·      Maintain full compliance with health & safety, food safety, HR policies, and all operational procedures

·      Act as a key link between senior leadership and store teams, promoting a positive and performance-driven culture

Skills & Experience that we need:

·      Proven experience as an Area Manager, Regional Manager, or senior multi-site manager within convenience, grocery, or forecourt retail- Essential

·      Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop Store Managers and their teams

·      Excellent commercial awareness with experience driving KPIs, margins, and operational standards

·      Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple stores and priorities across a broad region

·      Exceptional communication and people skills

·      A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving ability

·      Full clean driving licence and flexibility to travel throughout the Munster region

The Offer:

This a permanent full-time role, with negotiable salary that will depend on the experience and qualifications of the candidate but is expected to be in region of €50K - €60K per annum, plus bonus/ KPI, excellent benefits package to include fuel allowance and pension contribution.

Candidates must be accessible or a short commute to the Tipperary / Nenagh/ Ballina area, be available to interview in person and must have management experience within the FMCG industry.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, or want to know more about this role please contact,

Orlaigh FitzGerald-Quinn in Cpl Limerick on 085 801 7135 or email your CV to [email protected].

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