General Manager - Food

Salary £100,000+ and executive car

Operating throughout Coventry, Warwickshire, South Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, the Heart of England Co-operative Society is one of the most profitable independent retail Co-operative Societies in the UK with a turnover of £77 million and employing around 700 people throughout our 32 Food Stores and 13 Funeral Homes.

Due to the relocation in autumn to Coventry, we are looking to appoint a General Manager for our Food Division who would be working at our current Head Office in Nuneaton, Warwickshire prior to moving permanently to the Coventry office.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the successful candidate must have experience in such a role and would be expected to:-

• Have a thorough knowledge and sound understanding of food retailing in the Convenience Sector.
• Must have experience with ‘Multi Site’ retail Management.
• Have a proven track record in delivering profitability.
• Work within the Buying Group and implementing policies of this Group regarding ranging and promotional activities.
• Manage margins and leakage controls.
• Manage a tight budget.
• Develop the food business further.

Energy, enthusiasm and a flexible attitude will be essential in all candidates as is an aptitude to understanding our aims and objectives as a member owned co-operative business.

Benefits also include a staff discount scheme and a defined contributory pension scheme.

Please apply in writing with a full CV and current Salary details or by email to:

Maureen Emms - Personnel Manager, Heart of England Co-operative Society Limited, 22 Abbey Street, Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV11 5BU
Telephone 024 7638 2331 • Email: Maureen.emms@heartofengland-coop.co.uk

Closing Date: 13th July 2018 www.heartofengland.coop