Assistant Store Manager - Somerset Mall

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant d'entreprise

Indemnités de stage/alternance

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for the Somerset Mall store in Somerset West. You will support daily store operations, lead a frontline team, and drive sales while maintaining an engaging environment for customers and staff.

You will work with POS systems and merchandising standards, act as Manager on Duty when needed, and help optimise KPIs through people management and service excellence.

Qualifications

• 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 and Excel.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily operations.
• Lead, motivate, and coach team members to achieve sales targets.
• Assist with staff management.
• Oversee stock control, merchandising, and visual presentation.
• Act as Manager on Duty when required, ensuring smooth operations.
• Maintain visual merchandising.

Skills

Leadership

Customer-focused

POS experience

Excel

Education

Matric

Tools

POS systems

Excel

Job description

Monthly On Target Incentive (Market related, Negotiable)

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 Somerset Mall 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 include:

• 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.