Retail Assistant Manager

Eagle Lighting Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lighting retailer in Cape Town is seeking a Retail Assistant Manager to assist in day-to-day operations of retail stores. The successful candidate will focus on driving sales, maintaining high retail standards, and managing stock. Ideal applicants should have 3-5 years of management experience in retail, excellent communication skills, and be self-motivated. This full-time position requires in-person work at the Maitland branch.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years management experience in retail/sales.
• Understanding of FMCG environment.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and ensure high retail standards.
• Assist with stock management and purchasing.
• Research lighting trends and technology.

Skills

Detail orientation

Time management

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tertiary qualification preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY EXISTS WITHIN OUR MAITLAND BRANCH IN THE WESTERN CAPE FOR A RETAIL ASSISTANT MANAGER

Overview

A vacancy exists within Eagle Lighting for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to assist in the overall day-to-day operations of the Retail stores

The vacancy requires a person who:

• Is detail orientated and possesses a high degree of accuracy
• Efficient time management skills
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer literate and proficient in MS Office (Excel/ Word) and Outlook
• Understanding of FMCG environment, 3-5 years Management experience in retail/ sales (lighting experience essential)
• Possess a valid driver’s license, own vehicle and be willing to travel
• Must be self-motivated and possess ability to work unsupervised

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Drive sales, ensure high retail standards and customer service levels and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Reporting on operational requirements in the retail store
• Assisting with stock management/purchasing and general duties
• Researching and keeping up to date with lighting trends, technology and standards

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Tertiary qualification preferred
• New business development experience
• Customer service experience

Salary: Market related, based on experience

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Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person