Regional Retail Sales Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 128,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel allowance

Bonuses

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Retail Sales Manager to oversee multiple electronics stores across the Eastern Cape, with a focus on Queenstown. This senior role requires strategic leadership, hands-on coaching, and a track record of delivering sales results in multi-store environments.

You will set regional targets, drive performance, manage budgets and ensure brand standards while building strong customer relationships and leading a high-performing store management team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in retail management, including multi-unit oversight.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets in retail.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional sales plans to meet revenue and profitability goals.
• Oversee multiple store managers, providing guidance and accountability.
• Analyze sales data, market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risks.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies, brand standards and customer experience.
• Recruit, train and develop store management teams and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Manage regional budgets and P&L for assigned stores.

Skills

Retail management

Sales targets

Leadership

CRM systems

Forecasting

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

POS systems

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a national powerhouse in consumer electronics retail, is seeking a results-driven and strategic Regional Retail Sales Manager to oversee multiple store locations across the Eastern Cape , with a primary focus on operations in Queenstown and surrounding areas. This senior role requires a proven leader with extensive experience in multi-unit retail management, a deep understanding of sales strategies, and the ability to drive performance across a diverse geographical area. You will be responsible for setting sales targets, developing regional strategies, coaching and mentoring store managers, and ensuring consistent brand execution and operational excellence. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional analytical skills, strong negotiation abilities, and a passion for leading teams to achieve ambitious goals. This is a critical position for an ambitious individual looking to make a significant impact on a national retail brand's success in the Eastern Cape . We are looking for a visionary leader who can inspire growth and maintain high standards across all assigned retail outlets. Your strategic direction will shape regional sales outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve regional revenue and profitability targets.
• Oversee the performance of multiple retail store managers, providing guidance, support, and accountability.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and challenges within the region.
• Implement and ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and brand standards across all locations.
• Recruit, train, and develop high-performing store management teams.
• Conduct regular store visits and performance reviews to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Manage regional budgets, including P&L responsibility for assigned stores.
• Drive initiatives to enhance customer experience and build customer loyalty throughout the region.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations departments to align regional strategies with company-wide objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, health, and safety regulations across all regional stores.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in retail management, with at least 3 years in a multi-unit or regional management role.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets in a retail environment.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, sales management, and financial metrics.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in sales analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Experience with CRM systems and retail management software.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within the assigned region.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in **South Africa**.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive executive health and wellness benefits.
• Company vehicle and travel allowance.
• Exceptional opportunities for career advancement within a national organization.
• Significant influence on regional retail strategy.
• Generous employee discounts on consumer electronics.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment across the Eastern Cape .