FMCG Store Manager: P&L, Buying & Team Leader

MPRTC Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

MPRTC Recruitment is seeking an experienced Store Manager for a high‑volume FMCG retailer. You will drive sales, manage profits, oversee stock and lead a team across deli and fresh food operations.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, P&L oversight, and knowledge of food safety/Halaal standards. You’ll work weekdays with Saturdays midday flexibility, and use POS and stock systems to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in FMCG or convenience retail
• 3–5 years in FMCG procurement or buying with supplier negotiations
• Experience managing and developing teams including merchandisers
• Proven store P&L management and sales/gross profit targets
• Knowledge of stock control, replenishment, stocktakes, shrinkage and wastage

Responsibilities

• Manage store P&L and achieve sales/gross profit targets.
• Oversee stock control, replenishment and stocktakes to minimize shrinkage and wastage.
• Lead and develop store team including merchandisers.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage procurement.
• Ensure deli/fresh food operations and food safety/Halaal compliance.
• Utilize POS and stock management systems; maintain accurate records.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and customer service.
• Work Monday to Saturday from midday with flexibility as required.

Skills

FMCG experience

Store management

P&L management

Supplier negotiations

Staff development

POS systems

Stock control

Food safety & Halal compliance

Leadership

Negotiation

Education

Diploma/Degree in Retail Management or related

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

MS Office

Stock management systems

Excel

POS systems

Job description

MPRTC Recruitment is seeking an experienced Store Manager for a high‑volume FMCG retailer. You will drive sales, manage profits, oversee stock and lead a team across deli and fresh food operations.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, P&L oversight, and knowledge of food safety/Halaal standards. You’ll work weekdays with Saturdays midday flexibility, and use POS and stock systems to optimize performance.