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Michael McCarthy

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Divisional Operations Director at Co-op
📍 Carnoustie, Scotland, United Kingdom

Michael McCarthy is a results-proven Divisional Operations Director at Co-op with extensive experience in retail management. He has progressed through leadership roles at Co-op and Somerfield, now holding operational accountability for Scotland, Yorkshire, and the South East of England.

He has led teams across more than 200 stores, including the diverse and geographically challenging region stretching from Stirling to the Shetland Islands.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
Divisional Operations Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Carnoustie, Scotland, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

Optimistic
Story Driven
Non-Confrontational

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word. They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.

Priorities

Topics Michael cares about

Retail Operations
Manages operations for Co-op across Scotland, Yorkshire, and the South East of England, demonstrating expertise in large-scale retail management.
Team Leadership
Emphasizes leading and motivating teams focused on delivering results, and has completed courses on 21st Century Leadership and Effective Coaching.
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Career

Work history

5-2025
Divisional Operations Director
Co-op
1-2019 - 6-2025
Head of Operations
Co-op
7-2015 - 1-2019
Regional Manager
Co-op
1-2003 - 1-2010
Regional manager
Somerfield
1-2004 - 1-2005
Divisional Executive
Somerfield
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
7-1984 - 7-1989
Education details unavailable
Lochaber Secondary School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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