Assistant Store Manager

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee discounts on merchandise

Career development opportunities

Dynamic work atmosphere in George

Job summary

Placements24 in George is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, lead the sales team, and help drive profitability while delivering excellent customer service. You will supervise staff, manage stock, and implement visual standards in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with flexibility for varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to drive sales and manage team performance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations and staff supervision.
• Train, motivate, and manage the sales team to achieve performance goals.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage stock replenishment, and conduct regular stocktakes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and visual merchandising standards.
• Handle escalated customer issues and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Sales driven

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and proactive Assistant Store Manager to support operations in their George location. In this role, you will assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily operations, leading the sales team, and ensuring profitability while maintaining high standards of customer service and operational efficiency. You will play a crucial part in driving sales performance, managing inventory, and fostering a positive work environment, contributing to the overall success of the store and upholding the company's brand reputation within the George community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations and staff supervision.
• Train, motivate, and manage the sales team to achieve performance goals.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage stock replenishment, and conduct regular stocktakes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and visual merchandising standards.
• Handle escalated customer issues and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to drive sales and manage team performance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance‑based incentives.
• Health insurance benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a leading retail organization.
• A dynamic and collaborative work atmosphere in George.