Ted Baker - KSA Area Manager

Job Requisition ID: 180818 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview Of The Role:

• The Area Manager is responsible for leading and driving the performance of multiple stores within an assigned region, ensuring excellence in customer experience, operational standards, sales performance, and profitability. The role requires strong commercial acumen, leadership capability, and the ability to develop high-performing store teams while maintaining brand standards across all locations. The Area Manager will oversee financial performance, operational execution, people development, and strategic growth initiatives to achieve business objectives.

What You Will Do:

Profit Financial

• Drive sales growth and profitability across all assigned stores and ensure achievement of regional sales and margin targets.
• Monitor store performance through KPI analysis and implement action plans to maximize business results.
• Review store P&L performance regularly and identify opportunities to improve revenue and control costs.
• Ensure effective management of OPEX budgets, staffing costs, and operational expenses across the region.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to improve productivity, conversion rates, and average transaction value.
• Monitor shrinkage levels and ensure adherence to loss prevention standards across all stores.
  
  
  

Commercial

• Ensure consistent execution of visual merchandising standards across all stores.
• Monitor stock availability, replenishment processes, and inventory accuracy to optimize sales opportunities.
• Drive customer service excellence and ensure all stores deliver an exceptional brand experience.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to identify growth opportunities.
• Lead the execution of promotional campaigns, product launches, and marketing initiatives.
• Drive loyalty program participation and customer retention strategies across the region.

Process

• Ensure all stores comply with company policies, SOPs, brand standards, and operational guidelines.
• Conduct regular store visits and audits to evaluate operational effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor inventory management, stock movements, cash handling, and asset protection procedures.
• Ensure accurate reporting and effective use of business systems to support decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with mall management and external stakeholders where applicable.

People

• Lead, coach, and develop Store Managers to achieve business and people objectives.
• Support succession planning and identify high-potential talent within the region.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive, high-performance culture.
• Conduct performance reviews and monitor development plans for direct reports.
• Ensure effective onboarding, training, and continuous learning programs across all stores.
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and adherence to company values and culture.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to drive sales growth and operational excellence across multiple locations.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving capabilities.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Results-oriented with a proactive and hands-on leadership style

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of retail experience, including at least 3 years in a multi-store management role.
• Proven experience managing multiple stores and leading large retail teams.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, inventory management, merchandising, and financial controls.
• Demonstrated success in driving sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Strong people management and talent development capabilities.Proficiency in retail systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

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