Remote Retail Assistant Manager: Lead Sales & Operations

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Career development & training

Employee discounts on store products

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible/remote working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an Assistant Retail Manager to support our retail presence with a focus on remote oversight and hybrid coordination. You will lead store staff, drive sales, and ensure customer satisfaction across multiple locations in the Northern Cape.

The role requires strong leadership, proficiency with POS systems, and the ability to manage inventory, merchandising, and policies to maintain operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a retail management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in retail management software and POS systems.
• Excellent understanding of retail operations, sales strategies, and customer service principles.
• Ability to contribute to remote management tasks and adapt to a hybrid work model.
• Demonstrated ability to drive performance and motivate teams in a retail setting like Upington.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations and help achieve sales targets.
• Coach sales associates on customer service and selling techniques.
• Support inventory management, merchandising and stock control.
• Implement company policies for efficiency and compliance.
• Handle customer inquiries to ensure high satisfaction.
• Contribute to remote operational strategy across locations.

Skills

Retail leadership

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

POS systems

Retail software

Customer service

Team motivation

Tools

Retail POS software

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an Assistant Retail Manager to support our retail presence with a focus on remote oversight and hybrid coordination. You will lead store staff, drive sales, and ensure customer satisfaction across multiple locations in the Northern Cape.

The role requires strong leadership, proficiency with POS systems, and the ability to manage inventory, merchandising, and policies to maintain operational excellence.