Assistant Store Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Employee discounts

Training programs

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for our Richards Bay store in KwaZulu-Natal. You will support the store management, help drive sales, supervise staff, and ensure smooth daily operations to deliver a top customer experience.

The role offers a clear path to Store Management, exposure to loss prevention, inventory control, and staff development. You will work with a dynamic team to meet targets and uphold our service standards, including weekend and holiday shifts at Richards Bay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a retail leadership role.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and customer service.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency with POS systems and inventory control.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in store operations and staff supervision.
• Support sales initiatives and drive team performance to meet targets.
• Ensure high standards of customer service are delivered.
• Oversee inventory, stock replenishment and loss prevention.
• Manage daily cash handling and financial reporting.
• Provide training and coaching to sales associates.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Team management

Cash handling

Decision making

Tools

Retail POS systems

Inventory management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Store Manager to support the management team in their Richards Bay store. You will assist in driving sales, managing staff, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring a positive customer experience. This role is ideal for an ambitious individual looking to grow their retail management career in the KwaZulu-Natal province, taking on responsibilities and contributing to the store's overall performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations and staff supervision.
• Support sales initiatives and drive team performance to meet targets.
• Ensure high standards of customer service are consistently delivered.
• Oversee inventory management, stock replenishment, and loss prevention efforts.
• Manage daily cash handling and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Provide training and coaching to sales associates.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Assistant Store Manager or a similar retail leadership role.
• Strong understanding of retail sales principles and customer service best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency with retail POS systems and inventory management.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, in Richards Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for advancement into Store Management roles.
• Employee discounts on store merchandise.
• Structured training and development programs.
• A supportive team environment focused on success.