Retail Manager

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Hillcrest; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced Retail Manager for the Kit and Clothing shop. The successful candidate will oversee shop operations, manage finances, and lead a small team. Ideal applicants have over 5 years in retail management, strong communication skills, and proficiency in bookkeeping. Interested candidates should apply by submitting their CV to the provided email by 13 August 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience in retail.
• Proficient in financial management and bookkeeping.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Kit and Clothing shop operations.
• Ensure financial performance meets organizational goals.
• Oversee inventory management and purchasing.

Skills

Managerial experience in apparel retail

Financial acumen in bookkeeping

Leadership and team motivation

Inventory management

Excellent communication skills

Customer service orientation

Tools

Pastel accounting software

Job description

Kearsney College is a leading independent boarding and day school for approximately 650 boys from Grades 8 to 12. The 125-acre estate is set in a country atmosphere on the edge of the Valley of a Thousand Hills, just outside Durban. Kearsney has an outstanding record of academic achievement in the IEB Matriculation Examinations and provides a dynamic sporting and cultural offering.

Kearsney College invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the position of

Retail Manager

‘Kit and Clothing’ Shop

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years managerial and operational experience, preferably gained within the apparel retail sector;
• proven ability to lead and motivate a small team;
• strong financial acumen with a solid background in bookkeeping and proficient in Pastel accounting software;
• overall responsibility for the financial performance of the Kit and Clothing;
• in-depth understanding of retail buying and merchandising, with a sound knowledge of fabrics and textiles;
• proven ability to source, purchase, and brand apparel for school uniforms, tours, supporter clothing and memorabilia;
• skilled in inventory management, including stock control, quality assurance, and managing ordering lead times;
• technologically proficient, with strong computer literacy across various applications;
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-centric and approachable demeanour;
• friendly, professional, and committed to delivering exceptional customer service;
• flexible with respect to hours of work/weekend work.

Interested candidates must apply in writing by submitting their CV to [e-mail] with the job title in the subject line. Closing date: 13 August 2025

Kearsney College reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If applicants are not contacted within 21 days of submitting their application, they may accept that their application has been unsuccessful. In terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013, section 11(1)(a), by applying for this vacancy, you grant Kearsney College consent to use your CV and personal details to apply for this specific role. The personal information of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed once the purpose for which the personal information was collected ceases to exist.

Closing Date

13/08/2025

Botha's Hill, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa