Assistant Store Manager - Sandton City

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in Johannesburg is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to enhance the customer experience and support daily operations. You will lead and motivate a team, oversee stock control, and ensure an engaging retail environment. Applicants should have prior leadership experience and strong organizational skills. This is a great opportunity to develop your retail leadership career in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a busy retail environment.
• Strong organizational and people-management skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Outgoing and able to thrive in a high-energy retail setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in all aspects of daily operations.
• Lead and coach team members to achieve sales targets.
• Oversee stock control and merchandising.
• Act as Manager on Duty when required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer-focused

Ability to drive KPIs

Education

Matric

Tools

POS systems

Excel

Job description

Are you a motivated Assistant Store Manager with a passion for creating a vibrant customer experience?
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy leading from the front, this Assistant Store Manager role for my clients Sandton City store could be your next step!

We’re seeking an Assistant Store Manager who will support daily store operations, drive sales, and ensure an engaging environment for both customers and staff. This role offers the chance to step up, take ownership, and develop your retail leadership career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in all aspects of daily operations
• Lead, motivate, and coach team members to achieve sales targets and service standards
• Assist with staff management
• Oversee stock control, merchandising, and visual presentation of the store
• Act as Manager on Duty when required, ensuring smooth operations and problem-solving on the floor
• Maintain visual merchandising

Minimum Requirements

• Previous leadership experience in a busy retail environment
• Strong organisational and people-management skills
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Technically competent with POS systems, Excel, and related tools
• Outgoing, customer-focused, and able to thrive in a high-energy retail setting
• Ability to drive KPIs
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Matric

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.