Assistant Store Manager: Drive Sales & Service Excellence

Clicks Group; George; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Clicks Canal Walk in George, Western Cape, is seeking an Assistant Store Manager. You will report to the Store Manager and help drive sales, customer loyalty and operational excellence in a busy retail setting.

The role focuses on achieving sales targets, managing stock and staff, and ensuring the store presents the brand consistently. This permanent position offers market-related remuneration.

Qualifications

• Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%).
• Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an assistant store management role in retail/FMCG or completion of Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme.
• Financial management experience (budgets, P&L, ratios, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager to ensure efficient store operation and service excellence.
• Drive sales through promotions, cross- and up-selling, and excellent customer service.
• Manage store expenses, stock, shrinkage, housekeeping and admin.
• Lead in-store visual merchandising to meet brand standards.
• Assist in staff motivation, scheduling and daily staffing in line with labour policy.

Education

Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)

Degree in Retail/Business Management

Job description

Clicks Canal Walk in George, Western Cape, is seeking an Assistant Store Manager. You will report to the Store Manager and help drive sales, customer loyalty and operational excellence in a busy retail setting.

The role focuses on achieving sales targets, managing stock and staff, and ensuring the store presents the brand consistently. This permanent position offers market-related remuneration.