Assistant Store Manager - Retail

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Sur place; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for a busy Bloemfontein retail location. You will support the Store Manager with daily operations, cash handling, and policy adherence while guiding a team to deliver strong sales and service.

The role requires hands-on leadership and a passion for retail excellence. You'll drive customer satisfaction, manage inventory and merchandising, and contribute to scheduling and performance management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a retail supervisory or assistant management role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a positive work environment.
• Strong customer service and sales skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences.
• Good understanding of retail operations, including inventory control and visual merchandising.
• Proficiency with point-of-sale (POS) systems and basic computer skills.

Responsabilités

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations, including opening and closing, cash management, and adherence to company policies.
• Supervise and support a team of retail associates, providing guidance, training, and motivation to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently met, handling customer inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
• Support sales initiatives and promotions to drive store revenue and meet targets.
• Assist with inventory management, visual merchandising, and maintaining store presentation standards.
• Contribute to staff scheduling, training, and performance management processes.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Customer service

Sales skills

POS proficiency

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and results-driven Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in leading a busy retail location in Bloemfontein . This role involves assisting with daily store operations, team supervision, customer service excellence, and sales performance. You will play a key part in fostering a positive team culture, ensuring operational efficiency, and driving sales targets. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual with a passion for retail and a desire to grow their career within a reputable organization, contributing to the success of our client's presence in the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations, including opening and closing, cash management, and adherence to company policies.
• Supervise and support a team of retail associates, providing guidance, training, and motivation to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently met, handling customer inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
• Support sales initiatives and promotions to drive store revenue and meet targets.
• Assist with inventory management, visual merchandising, and maintaining store presentation standards.
• Contribute to staff scheduling, training, and performance management processes.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail supervisory or assistant management role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a positive work environment.
• Strong customer service and sales skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences.
• Good understanding of retail operations, including inventory control and visual merchandising.
• Proficiency with point-of-sale (POS) systems and basic computer skills.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment in Bloemfontein .
• Exposure to diverse retail operations and customer engagement strategies.