Retail Operations Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Career progression

Employee discounts

Dynamic environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Retail Operations Specialist to support our client's stores in Randburg.

You will optimise stock, merchandising, and store presentation, align with health and safety standards, and drive operational efficiency across locations.

This role offers exposure to store technologies, training initiatives, and performance-driven incentives in a dynamic retail environment. Travel to multiple Randburg stores as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail operations, store management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising, and inventory control.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and improve in-store operational processes, including stock management, merchandising, and store presentation.
• Support store managers and teams with operational challenges and implement best practices.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security regulations across all retail locations.
• Assist in the implementation of new store technologies, systems, and operational initiatives.
• Monitor store performance metrics related to operations and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and execution of operational training programs for store staff.

Skills

Retail operations

Store management

Inventory control

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Retail management software

Tools

MS Office

Retail management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and efficient Retail Operations Specialist to support their retail stores in the Randburg area. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth and effective operation of stores by managing processes, implementing operational standards, and supporting store teams. You will play a key part in enhancing in-store customer experiences, optimizing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with company policies. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional passionate about the operational side of retail to make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and improve in-store operational processes, including stock management, merchandising, and store presentation.
• Support store managers and teams with operational challenges and implement best practices.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security regulations across all retail locations.
• Assist in the implementation of new store technologies, systems, and operational initiatives.
• Monitor store performance metrics related to operations and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and execution of operational training programs for store staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience in retail operations, store management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of retail store operations, merchandising, and inventory control.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with store teams and management.
• Proficiency in retail management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel to various store locations within the Randburg region as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement in retail operations management.
• Employee discounts on products.
• A dynamic work environment with exposure to various aspects of retail business.