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Strong operations and facilities teams keep retail moving. They protect the day-to-day, solve the problems customers never see and make sure stores have what they need to trade well.

Clients

Operations and facilities roles sit behind a lot of what makes retail work. They support stores, protect standards, manage suppliers, control costs, improve processes and keep environments safe, efficient and ready for customers.

The right hire can make life easier for store teams, give leaders better visibility and help the business run with fewer interruptions.

That is where we come in.

Candidates

If you are looking for your next operations or facilities role, you probably want a position where your organisation, judgement and practical problem-solving are properly valued.

You may be ready for a bigger estate, a more senior role, a regional position or a business where operations and facilities have a clearer voice in how stores perform.

We work with retailers who understand that great operations and facilities people do not just keep things ticking over. They make the business sharper, safer and more resilient.

Why Zachary Daniels?

We know. Every retail recruitment company says they understands stores. But operations and facilities recruitment needs people who can handle detail, pressure, suppliers, budgets, compliance and the pace of live retail.

It needs practical thinkers who can solve problems quickly, communicate clearly and keep standards moving without creating noise for the wider business.

That is what we look for.

Operations and facilities recruitment for retail clients

A strong operations or facilities hire can improve store support, reduce disruption, strengthen compliance and help your estate run more efficiently.

We work closely with retailers to understand your store network, operating model, supplier relationships, processes, systems and the level of ownership the role needs. Then we find people who can keep the wheels turning and improve the way they turn too.

People who understand the reality of retail

The best operations and facilities professionals know that retail does not pause while problems are being fixed.

They can prioritise, communicate, manage stakeholders and make practical decisions that protect both the customer experience and the commercial day.

Recruitment that understands detail

Operations and facilities roles can cover a lot of ground. Maintenance, store support, procurement, compliance, health and safety, systems, projects, refits, openings and process improvement can all sit under the same broad heading.

We take the time to understand what the role really owns, so the people we introduce are right for the business, the estate and the pace of the job.

Every day, we’re recruiting for…

  • Retail Operations jobs
  • Facilities Manager jobs
  • Store Operations jobs
  • Retail Facilities jobs
  • Regional Facilities jobs
  • Operations Manager jobs
  • Maintenance Manager jobs
  • Store Support jobs
  • Property and facilities jobs
  • Retail compliance jobs
  • Health and safety operations jobs
  • New store opening operations jobs
  • Retail project support jobs
  • Estate support jobs
  • …and so many more

Roles we recruit include:

If it helps stores run better, safer and more efficiently, we can help. We recruit operations and facilities roles across retail brands, store estates and head office teams.

  • Operations Manager
  • Retail Operations Manager
  • Store Operations Manager
  • Facilities Manager
  • Regional Facilities Manager
  • Head of Facilities
  • Maintenance Manager
  • Store Support Manager
  • Property and Facilities Manager
  • Compliance Manager
  • Health and Safety Manager
  • Retail Project Manager
  • New Store Opening Manager
  • Business Support Manager
  • Procurement Manager
  • Estate Manager

If you are looking for operations or facilities talent, or you are ready for your next move, we would love to hear from you.

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Operations and facilities recruitment that keeps retail moving

Retail operations and facilities teams are often at their best when everything feels effortless to everyone else. Stores open, systems work, suppliers respond, standards hold and customers never see the work happening behind the scenes.

That is why getting the appointment right matters.

Big enough to deliver. Small enough to really care

We have the reach, network and retail knowledge to find operations and facilities talent across the UK, Ireland and internationally. But we still work with the care, honesty and focus you would expect from people who know every appointment matters.

We will take the brief seriously, represent your brand properly and keep the process moving.

Recruitment that protects the day-to-day

When operations or facilities roles are missing, stores feel it quickly. Small problems become bigger ones. Teams lose time. Customers notice the gaps.

We help you find people who can bring control, clarity and practical action to the role, whether they are managing one site, a region or a full estate.

Better systems, safer stores, smoother trading

Whether you are strengthening store operations, hiring a facilities leader, supporting new openings or improving processes across your estate, we know how to find the people who can make retail feel easier to run.

Great operations and facilities people do not just fix problems. They help prevent them.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What retail operations and facilities roles do you recruit for?

We recruit Operations Managers, Retail Operations Managers, Facilities Managers, Regional Facilities Managers, Maintenance Managers, Store Support Managers, Health & Safety specialists and senior operations and facilities leaders.

What is the difference between retail operations and facilities management?

Retail operations focuses on how stores and wider retail processes run day to day. Facilities management is more focused on the physical environment, including maintenance, compliance, contractors, safety and keeping sites operational.

Do you recruit multi-site Facilities Managers?

Yes. We recruit facilities professionals responsible for individual locations as well as regional and national estates across retail and consumer businesses.

Can you recruit for new store openings and retail expansion?

Yes. New locations often create requirements across operations, facilities, maintenance, compliance and project management. We can support individual appointments or wider opening programmes.

Do operations and facilities candidates need retail experience?

It depends on the role. Some positions benefit strongly from direct retail experience, while relevant facilities, property or operational experience from other multi-site environments can also transfer well.

 

Explore Our Retail Operations Specialisms

Alongside Retail Operations recruitment, we have dedicated specialist expertise across:

Store Management

From Store Managers and Assistant Managers to Retail Directors, we recruit the leaders who drive store performance, develop great teams and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

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Area & Regional Management

From Area Managers and Regional Managers to senior multi-site leaders, we recruit the people who drive performance, consistency and leadership across entire store estates.

Explore Area & Regional Management page

Store Merchandising

From Store Merchandisers to Stock and Commercial Managers, we recruit specialists who optimise product availability, presentation and performance at store level.

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Visual Merchandising

From Visual Merchandisers and Managers to senior visual leaders, we recruit creative specialists who bring brands to life and turn commercial strategy into engaging store experiences.

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Customer Experience

From Customer Experience Managers to senior service leaders, we recruit people who raise service standards, strengthen customer loyalty and create experiences that keep customers coming back.

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Loss Prevention & Security

From Loss Prevention Managers to retail security specialists, we recruit professionals who protect people, stock and profitability while creating safe, secure retail environments.

Explore Loss Prevention & Security page

Concessions Management

From Concession Managers to multi-site concession leaders, we recruit people who balance brand standards, commercial performance and strong relationships with retail partners.

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Retail Training & Development

From Retail Trainers to Learning & Development leaders, we recruit specialists who build capability, develop future leaders and help retail teams perform at their best.

Explore Retail Training & Development page

 

Whether you’re hiring for one specialist role or building an entire operational structure, our team can help.

 

Looking to Hire Retail Operations & Facilities Talent?

Whether you’re strengthening operational standards, managing a growing store estate or improving efficiency across your locations, we can help.

Speak to our specialist Retail Operations team today.

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We take pride in understanding your business needs through industry knowledge. Whether you need professionals in fashion retail, e-commerce, or traditional store management, our tailored approach ensures that we find the right candidates for your needs.

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