Assistant Store Manager - Electronics Retail

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Comprehensive training

Career growth

Medical and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations at an electronics retail outlet.

You will lead a small team, oversee inventory, assist customers, and drive sales while ensuring a tidy, customer-friendly environment. The role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends and a commitment to exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a retail supervisory or assistant management role.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and POS operations.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in daily store operations and ensure procedures are followed.
• Support sales staff with product knowledge and customer queries.
• Manage inventory including stock counts, receiving, and merchandising.
• Train and develop new sales associates on product features and sales techniques.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and visual presentation.
• Handle cash management, deposits, and till reconciliation.

Skills

Retail operations

Team leadership

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in operations at their electronics retail outlet in Rustenburg . This role involves assisting with team leadership, inventory management, sales support, and ensuring a seamless customer experience. You will play a key role in maintaining operational excellence and contributing to the store's profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of retail operations, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, supporting the team in Rustenburg to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations and ensuring all procedures are followed.
• Support sales staff by providing product knowledge, answering customer queries, and resolving issues.
• Manage inventory control processes, including stock counts, receiving, and merchandising.
• Help train and develop new sales associates, providing guidance on product features and sales techniques.
• Ensure the store maintains high standards of cleanliness, organization, and visual presentation.
• Handle cash management responsibilities, including deposits and till reconciliation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail supervisory or assistant management role, preferably in electronics.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and Point of Sale (POS) operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and provide support to colleagues.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends, in Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for overtime pay.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of electronic products.
• Comprehensive training programs for career growth.
• Exposure to leading technology products and industry trends.
• Medical and retirement fund contributions.