Branch Manager Automotive

MyCareerCraft; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail automotive services company in Cape Town seeks a Store Manager to oversee operations in a hands-on role. Responsibilities include managing stock, leading a diverse team, ensuring customer satisfaction, and adhering to health, safety, and legal regulations. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Business Admin, Sales, or Marketing, with at least 5 years of retail experience, including 3 in a supervisory position. Strong leadership and budget management skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Completed diploma in Business Admin, Sales, or Marketing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in retail, 3 in a supervisory role.
• Experience with stock, sales targets, and staff management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all store operations from opening to closing.
• Manage stock levels, pricing, and promotions.
• Ensure customers are helped quickly and professionally.
• Lead a team of sales staff and technical support.
• Handle staff performance, training, and support.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Monitor budgets and expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Stock management

Budget management

Education

Diploma in Business Admin, Sales, or Marketing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Were looking for someone to take full responsibility for running a retail store that supplies automotive parts and services. The role includes everything from managing stock and keeping customers happy, to leading a team and making sure the store meets its sales targets.

You'll need to be comfortable handling staff matters, keeping the store safe and organised, and making sure budgets are stuck to. This isn't a desk job its hands-on, and you'll be involved in the day-to-day activity of the store.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing all store operations from opening to closing.
• Managing stock levels, pricing, and promotions.
• Making sure customers are helped quickly and professionally.
• Leading a team that includes sales staff, technical support, general workers, and a driver.
• Handling staff performance, training, and general support.
• Making sure all health and safety, company policies, and legal requirements are followed.
• Monitoring budgets and expenses, and keeping things cost-effective.

What were looking for:

• A completed diploma (at minimum) in Business Admin, Sales, or Marketing.
• At least 5 years of experience in a retail environment, with 3 of those in a supervisory role.
• Solid experience working with stock, sales targets, and people.
• Comfortable using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Someone who is reliable, practical, and can make decisions under pressure.