Regional Manager – Kazakhstan (Retail Sector)

We are supporting our client, a leading retail brand, in the search for a dynamic, energetic, and highly motivated Regional Manager to oversee and grow their operations in Kazakhstan. The role will be responsible for approximately 10 retail stores and requires frequent regional travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, support and grow a portfolio of ~10 retail stores across the region.
• Lead, coach and motivate Store Managers to achieve sales targets, conversion rates, KPIs, and profitability goals.
• Ensure operational excellence and consistent execution of company standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership through regular store visits and on-site operational guidance.
• Full responsibility for P&L management, budgeting, expense control, and commercial performance.
• Analyze sales reports, trends and retail metrics; convert insights into actionable strategies.
• Ensure excellent customer experience, brand representation and visual merchandising standards.
• Oversee staffing, talent development, and motivation programs across store teams.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in multi-store retail management.
• Strong command of retail mathematics (m² productivity, conversion, stock turnover, margin, traffic & basket metrics).
• Proven ability to drive performance, sales results and profitability.
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, travel-intensive field environment.
• Fluent in Kazakh and Russian; English or Turkish is an advantage.
• Must reside in Almaty and travel frequently between stores.

Who You Are

• Energetic, proactive, hands-on and results-oriented retail leader.
• Strong communicator with the ability to inspire, influence and motivate teams.
• Passionate about building people and elevating store performance.