Branch Manager

Kelly; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company seeks a strategic and hands-on Branch Manager based in Worcester, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have 5-6 years of retail management experience, a strong background in sales and target management, and excellent team leadership skills. Applicants must be available immediately, hold a Grade 12 qualification, and possess a valid driver's license. This role offers the opportunity to enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer experience in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Available immediately.
• 5 - 6 years of strategic Branch Manager or retail experience required.
• Strong computer literacy is essential.
• Valid driver's license and own transport necessary.
• Willingness to work retail hours.

Responsibilities

• Monitor performance against targets and drive promotional success.
• Ensure accurate stock levels, pricing, and product availability.
• Control manpower and optimize expenses.
• Maintain store standards and ensure equipment functionality.
• Implement security and risk management measures.
• Oversee secure cash handling and daily reconciliations.
• Motivate staff and manage leave.
• Liaise effectively with management and staff.
• Ensure a clean and safe shopping environment.
• Manage performance of 50+ staff members.

Skills

Sales & Target Management

Stock Control

Cost Management

Operational Efficiency

Team Leadership

Communication

Performance Management

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

MS Suite Package

Job description

TalentCru

Duties & Responsibilities

SUMMARY Strategic, hands-on leader with a sharp eye for operational excellence and a passion for retail success.

Expert in energising teams, executing high-impact promotions, and keeping store operations running like clockwork.

Known for clear communication, strong compliance, and a results-driven mindset that turns goals into achievements.

Ready to elevate customer experience and boost bottom-line performance.

Our client is looking to employ a Branch Manager based in Worcester.

Responsibilities

• Sales & Target Management - Monitoring performance against targets and driving promotional success.
• Stock Control - Ensuring accurate stock levels, pricing, and product availability.
• Cost Management - Controlling manpower, delivery charges, and consumables to optimise expenses.
• Operational Efficiency - Maintaining store standards, merchandising, and equipment functionality.
• Security & Risk Management - Implementing surveillance, access control, and theft prevention measures.
• Cash Handling & Reconciliation - Overseeing secure money handling and daily reconciliations.
• System Proficiency (OMNIX) - Generating reports on sales, stock, shrinkage, and deliveries.
• Team Leadership & Discipline - Motivating staff, managing leave, and enforcing fair workplace policies.
• Communication - Liaising effectively with management and staff to resolve issues and improve operations.
• Housekeeping & Hygiene - Ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming shopping environment.
• Performance management of _+ 50 staff members

Minimum Requirements

• Available immediately (preferred)
• Grade 12 / Matric is a must
• 5 - 6 years Strategic Branch Manager / Retail experience
• Management of Staff is a must
• Strong Computer literacy on MS Suite Package is a must
• Valid Drivers' license and own transport
• Willing to work Retail hours