Area Manager

Pep; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail leader in Pretoria is seeking a store manager to drive sales and lead a dynamic team. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3–5 years of retail management experience and must possess a strong passion for customer service. Responsibilities include overseeing stock management and administrative duties while fostering a low-cost culture to meet business goals. This position requires a valid driver's license and availability for retail hours.

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years of experience in a retail environment as a manager.
• Valid Code 8 manual driver’s license with a willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Promote sales by focusing on exceptional customer service.
• Manage stock and promotional implementation.
• Lead and grow a team effectively.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 12

Degree or diploma in business/retail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google GSuite

Job description

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To be a servant leader, promoting sales, reducing stock losses, managing stock, leading and growing a team of Dynamos, and to maintain a low-cost culture in order to meet business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Increase sales by focusing on exceptional customer service and world‑class store standards, maintaining the store image, presentation and promotion of stock.
• Manage stock, promotional implementation, and correct pricing of products according to price image guidelines.
• Minimise stock loss by fostering a healthy culture and following security, stock, and cash handling procedures.
• Manage a low‑cost business by driving efficiencies.
• Ensure administrative duties in the store are completed on time and in accordance with company guidelines.
• Oversee area administration as required.
• Lead a dynamic team of Dynamos; train, coach, and manage performance within a Sikhula KunYe company culture.
• Oversee all aspects of people support for the area.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12.
• Relevant tertiary education – a degree or diploma in a business / retail‑related field is an advantage.
• Ideally 3–5 years experience in a retail environment within a leadership/managerial role.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid Code 8 manual driver’s licence with willingness to travel extensively.

(Microsoft and/or Google GSuite – advantage)

ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• A passion for retail to deliver a world‑class customer experience.
• Integrity and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Confident with strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills; ability to give recognition, support, and direction to a team.
• Strong managerial capabilities – plan, lead, organise and control.
• Decision‑making and problem‑solving skills; able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.

Willing to work retail hours

CLOSING DATE: 29 SEPTEMBER

• Please note: Internal Development Pool Candidates will be given preference. PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of Employment Equity guidelines.