Area Retail Manager
Job overview
Enaifo Foodies Ltd is a growing multi\-site retail business operating convenience and specialist food stores in Scotland. Our stores offer a combination of African and Caribbean food and grocery products alongside regular convenience groceries, serving the wider local community.
We are looking for an experienced Area Retail Manager to provide operational leadership across our stores. The role reports directly to the Director/Owner and involves regular travel between our retail locations.
The ideal candidate will have strong retail management experience and, preferably, in\-depth knowledge of African and Caribbean food and grocery products, including customer preferences, product ranges and stock requirements.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day\-to\-day operations and performance of multiple retail stores.
- Establish, implement and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across locations.
- Ensure compliance with licensing, trading standards, health and safety and company requirements.
- Manage, train and support Store Supervisors and retail teams.
- Oversee workforce planning and recruitment of non\-sponsored staff.
- Monitor stock control, inventory levels, procurement and product availability.
- Analyse branch performance, including sales, margins, stock turnover and loss prevention.
- Support the effective management of African and Caribbean specialist product ranges alongside mainstream convenience groceries.
- Prepare operational reports and provide performance information to the Director/Owner.
- Work with the Business Analyst and store teams to identify operational improvements.
- Address operational issues and maintain consistent customer service and store standards.
- Liaise with local authorities, licensing officers and regulatory bodies where required.
- Support the continued development and consolidation of the Company's multi\-site retail operation.
*Essential:*
- Proven experience in retail management or multi\-site retail operations.
- Experience managing or supervising retail staff.
- Strong knowledge of stock control, procurement and inventory management.
- Good organisational, analytical and problem\-solving skills.
- Ability to manage operations across multiple locations.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to analyse business and operational performance information.
- In\-depth knowledge of African and Caribbean food and grocery products.
- Experience in African, Caribbean, international food or specialist grocery retail.
- Experience in convenience or grocery retail in Scotland or the wider UK.
- Experience managing multiple retail locations and implementing SOPs.
*Expected start date: 1 October 2026*
Pay: £41,700\.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- UK visa sponsorship
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