Assistant Store Manager

Mr Price Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail chain is looking for an Assistant Store Manager for their Cape Town location. In this role, you will lead a team, drive sales, and ensure excellent customer service. Responsibilities include managing inventory, overseeing daily operations, and supporting team development. The ideal candidate should have at least Grade 12 education and 3 years of retail experience. Join a vibrant team and contribute to creating a positive shopping experience. This position is on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in retail.
• Understanding of retail trade, brand, customer and product.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead a team of store associates.
• Ensure outstanding customer service.
• Collaborate with the Store Manager to meet sales targets.
• Assist in managing inventory levels.
• Maintain an appealing store layout and product displays.
• Oversee daily store operations.
• Support the training and development of team members.
• Address and resolve customer complaints efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.
• Assist in generating and analyzing reports.
• Contribute to merchandising planning and promotional campaigns.
• Assist in administrative tasks such as scheduling and payroll.
• Oversee store cleanliness and organization.
• Collaborate closely with the Store Manager.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Sales Growth

Inventory Management

Visual Merchandising

Problem Solving

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Assistant Store Manager Mr Price Home,Parow Centre, Cape Town

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa and 1 more (On-site)

Job Description

Assistant Store Manager Mr Price Home,Parow Centre, Cape Town:

"Ready to elevate your career? Join the Mr Price Home team as an Assistant Store Manager! Unleash your leadership skills, drive sales, and create a vibrant shopping experience. Be a part of our home-loving community – where work feels like home!"

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Motivate and lead a team of store associates, setting clear expectations and fostering a positive work environment.
• Customer Service: Ensure outstanding customer service by training and coaching staff in delivering exceptional experiences.
• Sales Growth: Collaborate with the Store Manager to meet or exceed sales targets, implement effective sales strategies, and monitor key performance indicators.
• Inventory Management: Assist in managing inventory levels, including ordering, receiving, and stock replenishment, while minimizing stock losses and ensuring accurate stock counts.
• Visual Merchandising: Maintain an appealing store layout and product displays to attract and engage customers.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and security protocols.
• Training and Development: Support the training and development of team members to enhance their product knowledge and sales skills.
• Problem Solving: Address and resolve customer complaints or operational issues efficiently and professionally.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards, while promoting a culture of safety among staff.
• Reporting: Assist in generating and analyzing reports on sales, inventory, and other relevant metrics, providing insights for continuous improvement.
• Assist with Store Planning: Contribute to merchandising planning, promotional campaigns, and marketing initiative
• Administrative Duties: Assist in administrative tasks such as scheduling, payroll, and maintaining accurate records.
• Store Maintenance: Oversee store cleanliness, organization, and the overall presentation of the store.
• Support the Store Manager: Collaborate closely with the Store Manager, stepping in when needed and helping to execute their vision for the store.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• 3 Years' experience in retail.
• Budgeting.
• Business understanding of retail trade, brand, customer & product.