Area Manager
Job Summary
- Do you want to work for a company that has been independently accredited by Best Companies Ltd as an Outstanding Company to work for
- Do you want to work for a company that passionately cares about its colleagues stakeholders and the planet and is the current recipient of the prestigious Charity Retailer of the Year award
- Would you like to have some amazing benefits such as a virtual GP service fantastic pension scheme and a starting holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays
- Do you need a new challenge that not only helps you to develop your skills but is integral to the community
- Our managers lead from the front and takes their colleagues and customers on an amazing journey!
- Do you have excellent customer service skills innovative ideas andare dynamic by nature
We have an amazing opportunity for an Area Manager who will contribute to the success and development of the Retail Division.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident capable and compassionate leader who can support and develop our shop teams through a period of positive change.
We are particularly interested in individuals who bring:
- Proven experience in area or multi-site management
- A strong track record of leading teams through change in a supportive and engaging way
- A commitment to leading through values putting people at the heart of everything they do
- The ability to drive profitability within a charity retail environment through effective leadership coaching and team engagement
Above all we are looking for someone who can inspire others build strong relationships and help our teams thrive while delivering meaningful impact for our charity.
On completion of a 12-week induction period the successful individual will assume responsibility for 24 shops coveringthe South Coast Kent to Dorset.
This role will include significant travel and overnight stays and comes with a company car.
All key responsibilities and desirable skills can be found in the Job Description.
If you:
- Possess honesty and integrity
- Are resilient supportive caring hands on and enthusiastic
- Possess a positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service
- Take pride in everything that you do in order to maintain the high standards that we promise to our colleagues stakeholders and ourselves
- Have a dynamic leadership style with an appetite for success
- Have a passion for developing people
- Possess fantastic ideas for partnerships to deliver re-use and repair services with the local connections and knowledge to make them happen
- Have a passion for charity retailing
THEN SALVATION ARMY TRADING COMPANY LTD (SATCoL) WANTS YOU!
See what some of our colleagues say about us:
What I like most is that I am getting the opportunity to help people whether it be a customer with getting a great priced quality second hand item helping our volunteers to get the best out of themselves or helping The Salvation Army helping people in crisis DR Shop Manager
I love the variation the job role brings working with a good team of staff and volunteers I like to find out what they enjoy about their role and will do my best to keep them interested and invested in the company MM Donation Centre Manager
I feel extremely lucky to work for a company that truly cares about all of its colleagues and constantly go over and above to demonstrate that. SATCoL has a strong culture with our values of Compassion Accountability Respect and Equality truly embedded and evidenced in every day of our working lives. ST Head of HR & Training
PLEASE APPLY NOW
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors.
Please be aware that this advert may close sooner than the closing date in extreme circumstances.
The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees and provide support to clients from all over the country. Recently the company has won multiple workplace environment awards and has an outstanding record of employee satisfaction.
The Benefits
The Values
- Innovation
We are creative and fearless in our work.
- Accountability
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
- Teamwork
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
Company Benefits
Annual Leave
Virtual GP Service
Excellent Pension Scheme
Company Sick Pay
Discounts
Wellbeing Commitment
SATCoL offer many more fantastic benefits please see attachmentfor details.
Why join Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL)
- Be part of a continually developing and growing company who works tirelessly to help fund The Salvation Armys vital work with vulnerable people in the UK by raising money.
- Work for a company that cares for its colleagues stakeholders community and environment and encourages reuse and recycling through over 240 charity shops and donation centres and a network of around 8000 clothing banks.
- We are at the forefront of textile reuse and recycling and we work closely with our key partners including some of the biggest retail and online brands. With the support of the British public we have raised over 80 million over the past 10 years to help the work of The Salvation Army.
- We have a strong and positive culture led by our values Compassion Accountability Respect and Equality and our core purpose of enabling mission and providing resource to help the work of The Salvation Army. We truly CARE.
- We believe in empowering people; therefore our roles offer lots of independence. Whether you are part of our front-line collections team or our central support function we encourage autonomy and embrace new ideas.
- Whatever our colleagues workplace aspirations SATCoL supports them at all levels to grow and succeed believing in internal development and promoting from within wherever possible.
- We value every colleague no matter what department or role you work in. Inclusivity underpins our strong team ethic and allows for collaborative working to help one another be successful.
- We offer a wide variety of opportunities that offer a range of exciting challenges and new experiences where no two days are the same.
Why I Work For SATCoL
- Why I Work For SATCoL
- Shop Manager
I get the opportunity to help people whether it be a customer with getting a great priced quality second hand item helping our volunteers to get the best out of themselves or helping The Salvation Army helping people in crisis.
- Why I Work For SATCoL
- Area Collections Manager
Working for SATCoL offers a great work/life balance a competitive salary great benefits a welcoming team of like-minded individuals and the chance to make a real difference.
- Why I Work For SATCoL
- Donation Centre Manager
Working at SATCoL is an incredibly rewarding experience. The organisations commitment to making a positive impact in communities paired with the supportive and inclusive work environment makes every day truly fulfilling.
Our Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Equality
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
SATCoL is the largest charity-owned textiles collector in the U.K working to support organisations reduce their carbon footprint and combat climate change.