Retail Operations Manager (Eastern Cape)

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hardware retail sector is seeking a Retail Operations Manager to drive sales growth and provide business consulting services to branded stores. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with regional retailers, ensuring adherence to corporate standards while fostering profitability and market share growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in retail management, financial acumen, and the ability to inspire and lead teams. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly impact the success of the business and its partners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail/home improvement experience in a senior management role.
• Ability to analyze financial reports and advise on profitability.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with regional retailers and corporate teams.
• Monitor retailer business performance and advise on improvements.

Skills

Retail Management

Business Consulting

Financial Analysis

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Business or Financial Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Retail Operations Manager (Eastern Cape)

Reference: PE003372

Location: Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth

Salary Interval: Monthly

Package: None-negotiable

Description: A prominent brand in the hardware retail sector is looking to appoint an experienced Retail Operations Manager in Port Elizabeth. The Retail Operations Manager is responsible for growing retail and distribution center sales by providing comprehensive business consulting services to branded hardware retail stores. This is an excellent career opportunity.

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license, South African passport, and willingness to travel extensively.
• Tertiary qualification preferably in Business or Financial Management.
• Minimum of 5 years retail/home improvement experience in a senior management role.
• Ability to engage at a high business level and inspire entrepreneurs within a corporate structure.
• Understanding of the building material and hardware retail environment and small business challenges.
• Ability to analyze business financial reports and advise retailers on profitability and growth.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel, and intermediate PowerPoint skills.
• Financial acumen, reporting skills, self-starter attitude, leadership qualities, attention to detail, and deadline-driven approach.
• Sound knowledge of hardware and building material products.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Building and maintaining relationships with regional retailers, staff, and the corporate team.
• Ensuring stores adhere to minimum format and corporate identity specifications.
• Maintaining high standards of store excellence scores.
• Assisting stores in growing market share and profitability.
• Monitoring retailer business performance and advising on improvements.
• Analyzing financial results and preparing business growth plans.
• Conducting regular store audits and providing reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Advising retailers on current industry trends and innovations.
• Fostering synergies among retailers and team members.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.