Supermarekt Manager

Talal Group Of Companies; Dubai; Sur place; AED 180 000 - 360 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Talal Group Of Companies in Dubai is seeking an experienced store leader to own the store's commercial performance, drive profitability and meet operational targets. You will manage stock, analyze sales data and implement corrective actions in line with company strategies.

The role requires 2–6 years in supermarket retail, effective leadership, and a strong customer-first approach, with hands-on oversight of inventory, safety, and cross-functional execution.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years in supermarket/hypermarket retail
• At least 1 year in store manager or dept head role
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsabilités

• Drive store profitability and meet sales and profitability targets
• Analyze stock and sales reports to implement corrective actions
• Control operating costs within budget
• Align with Talal’s supermarket strategies with Head Office
• Oversee inventory management and stock accuracy
• Monitor KPIs and manage shrinkage, waste, and productivity
• Supervise maintenance of assets, safety and security
• Lead and develop store leadership and frontline teams
• Foster customer-first culture and high service standards
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health and safety

Connaissances

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Customer focus

Analytical skills

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Retail Management

Outils

MS Office

POS systems

ERP

Inventory management tools

Description du poste

Drive Profitability:

Take full ownership of the store’s commercial performance, striving to achieve all sales, profitability, and operational targets.

Strategic Analysis:

Apply qualitative and quantitative analysis to review stock and sales reports, evaluating performance to recommend and implement corrective actions that increase sales turnover.

Cost Control:

Maximize profitability by strictly controlling operational costs and ensuring they remain within budgetary guidelines.

Strategic Alignment:

Ensure the seamless implementation of Talal’s supermarket strategies and standard operating procedures in close collaboration with the Head Office and Corporate Office.

Store Operations & Inventory Management

Stock Optimization:

Coordinate closely with Department Heads to ensure highly efficient inventory management, focusing on stock value accuracy, minimizing out-of-stocks, and ensuring timely deliveries.

KPI Monitoring:

Track and optimize core operational KPIs, proactively managing productivity, shrinkage, waste, and overall stock accuracy.

Asset Management:

Supervise all routine service and maintenance activities to ensure that the supermarket's assets and equipment remain fully operational, safe, and secure.

Cross-Functional Execution:

Partner with cross-functional teams to execute critical business priorities and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the store floor.

Team Management:

Lead, coach, and develop both store leadership and frontline teams to maintain high performance and morale.

Performance Tracking:

Drive the performance management process by setting clear objectives, monitoring progress, and providing constructive, actionable feedback to staff.

Service Excellence:

Foster a "customer-first" culture, guiding the team to deliver an exceptional shopping experience and ensuring all customer requirements are met to the highest standards.

Health & Safety:

Maintain uncompromising standards of operational excellence, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety, food hygiene, and security protocols at all times.

Desired Candidate Profile

Experience:

2-6 years in supermarket or hypermarket retail, including at least 1 year in a store manager, assistant store manager or department head role.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management or a related field (preferred).

Commercial Acumen:

Proven track record of achieving sales, profitability and cost targets, with good skills in P&L management and budgeting.

Inventory Expertise:

Sound knowledge of stock management, shrinkage and waste control, and fresh and FMCG category operations.

Analytical Skills:

Ability to read stock and sales reports and turn them into practical corrective actions.

Leadership:

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and motivate store teams and manage performance effectively.

Customer Focus:

Strong customer-first mindset with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Compliance Knowledge

Good understanding of food hygiene, health and safety, and security standards, preferably in the UAE retail environment.

Technical Skills:

Proficient in MS Office and retail systems (POS, ERP, inventory management tools).

Language

Fluent in English and Malayalam.

Personal Attributes:

Trustworthy, results-driven, hands-on and able to perform under pressure.