Area Manager – Northwest

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and self-motivated individual who wants to join a growing and dynamic retailer, as an Area Manager covering the Northwest, Greater Manchester & surrounding area..

ABOUT CARDS DIRECT

We are growing retailer in the UK, specialising in high quality greeting cards, gifts, gift packaging, balloons and partyware at direct from the factory prices. Recently honored to be the only new entrant into Brandvue’s Most Loved Retail Brands listing, we currently have eighty-four stores in high streets and shopping centres in the UK, and are continuing to expand.

Our purpose is Making People Smile. We pride ourselves on offering outstanding customer service, quality products and above all, value for money. Our purpose and passion of Making People Smile reflects our culture. We are looking for people who are fun, creative, energetic, team players, who share our passion in making both our customers and our colleagues smile.

Our team has a huge amount of experience in the card and gift market and we are fast becoming a well-known high street brand having grown from one store to over 90 stores in the last 10 years.

This is a role where your influence matters. You’ll be the heartbeat of your Area, energising teams, shaping performance and helping steer the business as it continues to grow.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary
• Company car & fuel card
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Bonus scheme – (up to £5k achievable).
• Pension scheme
• 15% staff discount
• A genuine opportunity to shape the future of a thriving retail brand

About You
You’re a natural leader with a commercial edge and a passion for retail. You thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing hands-on support with an ability to resolve challenges and you’re ready for a role that grows with you.

You’ll bring:
· At least 2 years’ proven multi-site experience in a fast-paced, multi-product environment
· A hands-on, flexible approach and a “can do” attitude
· Strong people skills, you know how to motivate, influence and lead to get the best from your teams
· A sharp eye for sales, KPIs, and compliance
· Confident with reports, data, and turning insight into action
· High levels of organisation and PC literacy
· The ambition and potential to step into a Regional Manager role – we’re looking for someone who can scale with the business and take on broader leadership as we grow

Ideal Location
Based somewhere between Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds and Stoke on Trent.

If you have the right attitude, experience and skills and want to work for a growing and dynamic retailer, apply today.