Assistant Store Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Career advancement

Employee discounts

Leadership training

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng invites applications for an Assistant Store Manager in Vereeniging. You will support the Store Manager, drive sales, engage customers, and develop a small retail team to peak performance.

This role offers a path into store leadership with comprehensive training and exposure to inventory control, visual merchandising, and loss prevention. You will work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Previous retail leadership experience (e.g., Supervisor, Key Holder)
• Strong understanding of retail sales, customer service, and operational procedures
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to drive sales and motivate a team
• Proficiency with POS systems and basic inventory management
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations and achieving sales targets.
• Lead and motivate a team of retail associates, providing guidance and support.
• Support inventory management, including receiving, stocking, and loss prevention.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are met and exceeded.
• Assist in implementing visual merchandising directives and maintaining store presentation.
• Handle customer issues and complaints effectively, ensuring resolution and satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team development

Inventory management

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Store Manager to support the leadership of their store in Vereeniging . This role is vital in ensuring the store operates at peak performance, focusing on sales generation, customer engagement, and team development. You will work closely with the Store Manager to implement strategies, manage staff, maintain visual standards, and contribute to a positive store culture. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your retail leadership career within the dynamic Gauteng market, taking on responsibilities that drive both sales and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations and achieving sales targets.
• Lead and motivate a team of retail associates, providing guidance and support.
• Support inventory management, including receiving, stocking, and loss prevention.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are met and exceeded.
• Assist in implementing visual merchandising directives and maintaining store presentation.
• Handle customer issues and complaints effectively, ensuring resolution and satisfaction.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail leadership role (e.g., Supervisor, Key Holder) required.
• Strong understanding of retail sales, customer service, and operational procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to drive sales and motivate a team.
• Proficiency with POS systems and basic inventory management.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for bonuses based on store performance.
• Opportunities for career advancement into Store Management roles.
• Significant employee discounts on store merchandise.
• Comprehensive training programs to enhance leadership skills.
• A collaborative and dynamic retail environment.