Growth‑Driven Assistant Store Manager — Welkom, ZA

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Training & development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Welkom, ZA, to support the Store Manager in daily operations and to lead a team of retail professionals. You will drive sales performance, manage inventory, and uphold store standards while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of retail experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Strong understanding of retail sales principles and operations.
• Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with inventory management and POS systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations and staff management.
• Supervise and motivate retail staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Contribute to achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective sales strategies.
• Oversee inventory control, including stock levels, ordering, and loss prevention.
• Ensure visual merchandising standards are maintained to enhance product appeal.
• Handle escalated customer issues and ensure satisfactory resolutions.
• Implement store policies and procedures effectively.
• Assist with staff scheduling and training to ensure adequate coverage and skill development.
• Manage store opening and closing procedures as required.
• Analyze sales reports and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Inventory management

POS systems

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Business degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Welkom, ZA, to support the Store Manager in daily operations and to lead a team of retail professionals. You will drive sales performance, manage inventory, and uphold store standards while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.