942 Retail Groups jobs in the United Kingdom

• Developing and executing a comprehensive long-term strategy for retail operations, encompassing store formats, supply chain, inventory management, and customer service.
• Analyzing market trends, competitor activities, and customer behaviour to identify opportunities for strategic advantage.
• Leading cross-functional teams to implement new operational initiatives, pilot programs, and process improvements.
• Overseeing the financial performance of retail operations, including budget management, cost control, and revenue optimisation.
• Enhancing the customer journey across all touchpoints, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience.
• Collaborating with merchandising, marketing, and IT departments to align operational capabilities with commercial goals.
• Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational effectiveness and identify areas for development.
• Championing digital transformation initiatives within the retail environment.
• Providing strategic leadership and guidance to regional and store management teams.
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement and innovation throughout the operations division.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive retail strategy to drive profitable growth and market leadership.
• Oversee all aspects of retail operations, ensuring consistent brand standards and exceptional customer service across all stores.
• Lead and mentor regional managers and store leadership teams, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.
• Analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance the customer journey and increase customer loyalty.
• Optimise store layouts, visual merchandising, and inventory management processes for maximum efficiency and sales impact.
• Manage the retail budget, P&L, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the retail division.
• Lead the implementation of new retail technologies and operational systems.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for retail staff.
• Collaborate with marketing, merchandising, and e-commerce teams to ensure a seamless omnichannel customer experience.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all retail operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field; MBA or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in retail management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Head of Retail, Regional Director).
• Proven track record of successfully driving sales growth and operational efficiency in a multi-site retail environment.
• Deep understanding of retail operations, merchandising, supply chain, and customer experience principles.
• Strong strategic planning and execution capabilities.
• Exceptional leadership, people management, and communication skills.
• Experience with retail technology, POS systems, and CRM platforms.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial performance effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and drive transformation initiatives.
• Adaptability to work effectively in a hybrid working model.

• Develop and implement robust retail operational strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives and brand values.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of retail channels, ensuring seamless execution and high standards of service.
• Analyze operational data to identify areas for improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement performance metrics and KPIs for retail operations, monitoring progress and reporting on key outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, marketing, and supply chain, to ensure cohesive strategy execution.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the customer journey and in-store experience across all retail touchpoints.
• Manage relationships with third-party service providers and vendors as required.
• Develop and deliver training programs for retail staff to ensure consistent operational execution and customer service standards.
• Stay abreast of retail industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Lead and mentor a team of retail operations specialists in a remote capacity.

• Proven experience in retail operations management, strategy development, or a similar leadership role within the retail sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing operational strategies that have driven significant improvements in efficiency and profitability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Excellent understanding of retail best practices, supply chain management, and customer service principles.
• Proficiency in retail management software and data analysis tools.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote team environment.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Oversee and manage the operational aspects of all retail store locations, ensuring efficient and effective business practices.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to drive sales growth, profitability, and market share.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for store operations, including sales, customer satisfaction, inventory turnover, and operational costs.
• Develop and refine operational policies and procedures to enhance store performance and customer experience.
• Manage store budgets, including forecasting, P&L analysis, and cost control measures.
• Lead and develop the team of store managers, providing coaching, training, and performance management.
• Oversee inventory management, visual merchandising standards, and stock control processes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies across all stores.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and e-commerce teams to ensure a cohesive omni-channel retail experience.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and implement best practices across the retail network.
• Represent the company at industry events and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in retail management, with a significant portion in an operational leadership role.
• Proven track record of success in driving sales growth and improving operational efficiency in a multi-store retail environment.
• Strong understanding of retail KPIs, P&L management, and financial reporting.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective retail strategies.
• Proficiency in retail management software and POS systems.
• Passion for customer service and delivering exceptional in-store experiences.
• Ability to travel to store locations as needed.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of all retail stores, ensuring high standards of customer service, visual merchandising, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to drive retail sales, profitability, and market share.
• Analyze sales data, customer feedback, and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage and optimize inventory levels, supply chain logistics, and stock control across the retail network.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the regional retail management team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance staff performance and customer engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing and merchandising teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and promotional execution in stores.
• Manage the retail budget, P&L, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure financial targets are met.
• Identify and evaluate potential new store locations and manage the store opening process.
• Implement and oversee compliance with health, safety, and security policies across all retail locations.
• Drive the adoption of new retail technologies and digital tools to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Contribute to the overall business strategy, providing insights from the retail perspective.
• Ensure a consistent and exceptional brand experience for every customer, both in-store and online.

• Significant experience in senior retail management, with a proven track record in operations, strategy, and P&L management.
• Demonstrated success in driving retail sales growth and operational excellence in a multi-site environment.
• Strong understanding of retail merchandising, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and people management skills.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans in the retail sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in retail analytics tools.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with retail technology implementation (POS, CRM, inventory systems).
• A customer-centric approach with a passion for delivering outstanding service.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational oversight.
• Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work effectively in a hybrid capacity.

Our global consulting client's Strategy function continues to grow at pace and they are seeking someone exceptional to take a senior leadership role in their Retail, Consumer and Leisure team. This person our client seeks will have significant commercial due diligence, deal strategy and private equity experience, however our client also values people with additional experience in propositions such as growth strategy, cost and operational strategy and enterprise wide transformation.

Exceptional senior managers / associate directors can be taken in to consideration for this position.

Role and responsibilities:

• Have existing client relationships, particularly with the UK/European Private Equity and M&A community, which reinforce the team’s credibility and generate project opportunities – extensive experience of M&A related projects will be critical, eg Commercial DD, M&A Strategy, Value creation, etc.
• Take responsibility for client relationships and act as a key contact point for those clients.
• Have the ability to anticipate, understand and articulate client requirements – in advance of and during projects.
• Demonstrate excellent communications skills – in written, slide and other reporting formats as well as verbal communications in informal and more formal situations.
• Lead the presentation of findings to senior clients and be comfortable in challenging the thinking of both clients and more senior Firm colleagues.
• Design and run large, complex projects, delivering to client requirements whilst acting as primary client liaison and be an 'ambassador' for the firm.
• With limited input, guide the team to client-ready deliverables that exceed expectations and require minimal review.
• Support and test/review the design and execution complex analyses to ensure these are credible and accurate.
• Identify go-to-market, thought-leadership and marketing opportunities to lead on, and take responsibility for taking these to clients.
• Actively seek out leadership opportunities, take responsibility for a selection of internal processes and generally act as a leader in the S&PT and an inspiration to more junior team members.
• Take overarching responsibility that the firm's risk management frameworks are adhered to, by identifying and reviewing any key judgements – but also consulting with other senior staff members as appropriate.

Desirable experience:

• Demonstrable experience working in a leading strategy consulting business, Big 4 firm or strategy / Corporate Development team in industry.
• Strong foundational understanding of the value drivers across the broadly defined Consumer sector: Consumer Goods, Retail & Travel & Leisure businesses – and clear view on how these sectors are likely to evolve going forward.
• Experience of leading mid-sized and large projects: designing work plans, team structures and then managing these to (i) excellent client output and (ii) strong project economics.
• This should include an extensive coverage of recent M&A transactions, eg CDD, VDD, M&A Strategy or Value Creation projects in the Consumer sector.
• Ability to independently generate sales opportunities and maintain strong client relationships.
• Initiating marketing and sales efforts, proposals, scopes and pricing for mid-sized and large consulting assignments.
• Acting as the source of new business development initiatives and taking these from idea, through design and execution all the way to clients.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with team members and broader (internal and external) stakeholders.
• Strong track record of building followership among more junior staff members.
• Non-client facing roles in taking on internal responsibilities on topics like team management, technical tool insight, liaison with service suppliers, etc.

Successful applicants will be contacted within 24 hours to discuss in more detail

Cambridge Credentials: adding people.adding value

Our global consulting client's Strategy function continues to grow at pace and they are seeking someone exceptional to take a senior leadership role in their Retail, Consumer and Leisure team. This person our client seeks will have significant commercial due diligence, deal strategy and private equity experience, however our client also values people with additional experience in propositions such as growth strategy, cost and operational strategy and enterprise wide transformation.

Exceptional senior managers / associate directors can be taken in to consideration for this position.

Role and responsibilities:

• Have existing client relationships, particularly with the UK/European Private Equity and M&A community, which reinforce the team’s credibility and generate project opportunities – extensive experience of M&A related projects will be critical, eg Commercial DD, M&A Strategy, Value creation, etc.
• Take responsibility for client relationships and act as a key contact point for those clients.
• Have the ability to anticipate, understand and articulate client requirements – in advance of and during projects.
• Demonstrate excellent communications skills – in written, slide and other reporting formats as well as verbal communications in informal and more formal situations.
• Lead the presentation of findings to senior clients and be comfortable in challenging the thinking of both clients and more senior Firm colleagues.
• Design and run large, complex projects, delivering to client requirements whilst acting as primary client liaison and be an 'ambassador' for the firm.
• With limited input, guide the team to client-ready deliverables that exceed expectations and require minimal review.
• Support and test/review the design and execution complex analyses to ensure these are credible and accurate.
• Identify go-to-market, thought-leadership and marketing opportunities to lead on, and take responsibility for taking these to clients.
• Actively seek out leadership opportunities, take responsibility for a selection of internal processes and generally act as a leader in the S&PT and an inspiration to more junior team members.
• Take overarching responsibility that the firm's risk management frameworks are adhered to, by identifying and reviewing any key judgements – but also consulting with other senior staff members as appropriate.

Desirable experience:

• Demonstrable experience working in a leading strategy consulting business, Big 4 firm or strategy / Corporate Development team in industry.
• Strong foundational understanding of the value drivers across the broadly defined Consumer sector: Consumer Goods, Retail & Travel & Leisure businesses – and clear view on how these sectors are likely to evolve going forward.
• Experience of leading mid-sized and large projects: designing work plans, team structures and then managing these to (i) excellent client output and (ii) strong project economics.
• This should include an extensive coverage of recent M&A transactions, eg CDD, VDD, M&A Strategy or Value Creation projects in the Consumer sector.
• Ability to independently generate sales opportunities and maintain strong client relationships.
• Initiating marketing and sales efforts, proposals, scopes and pricing for mid-sized and large consulting assignments.
• Acting as the source of new business development initiatives and taking these from idea, through design and execution all the way to clients.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with team members and broader (internal and external) stakeholders.
• Strong track record of building followership among more junior staff members.
• Non-client facing roles in taking on internal responsibilities on topics like team management, technical tool insight, liaison with service suppliers, etc.

Successful applicants will be contacted within 24 hours to discuss in more detail

Cambridge Credentials: adding people.adding value