Lead Retail Operations in One of the World’s Most Remarkable Locations
This isn’t just another retail role it’s a chance to take your career to the next level in a place where your morning commute might include a stroll past penguins and your weekends could be spent exploring dramatic coastlines, open landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife.
A rare opportunity has opened for a talented and commercially driven Retail Manager to lead operations in the Falkland Islands, where your expertise will directly shape the retail experience for an entire community.
The Role
The Retail Manager will take ownership of product strategy, supplier relationships, and stock performance across a diverse retail portfolio.
You’ll work closely with both local and UK-based teams and play a key role in transforming retail operations in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
This is a full-time, on-site role. Relocation to the Falkland Islands is essential, and full support will be provided.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading product range development across food and non-food categories
- Spotting trends, identifying gaps, and driving new product opportunities
- Managing supplier negotiations to optimise pricing and margins
- Overseeing stock control and ordering systems across the full trading year
- Conducting regular pricing reviews and market benchmarking
- Collaborating with store managers to boost sales and reduce costs
- Driving continuous improvement in processes and performance
What Success Looks Like
- Strong, data-driven product ranges and planograms in place
- High availability and minimal out-of-stocks
- Reduced losses through effective stock management
- Regular reviews of cost prices, retail prices, and margins
- Clear, actionable reporting on sales, margins, and trends
What You’ll Bring
- A proven track record in retail management with strong commercial instincts
- Deep knowledge of product ranging and planogram development
- Confidence working with both automated and manual ordering systems
- Advanced Excel skills and a sharp analytical mindset
- A collaborative, can-do attitude and a passion for results
- The drive to lead in a unique and fast-evolving environment
What’s on Offer
- A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live and work in the Falkland Islands
- Competitive salary and comprehensive relocation support
- A high-impact leadership role in a close-knit, supportive community
- The chance to make a real difference and enjoy a lifestyle like no other, surrounded by nature, fresh air, and yes… penguins