Retail Sales Manager

Profile Personnel; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking an experienced Retail Sales Manager for their meat retail store in East London, South Africa. This role requires a strong retail management background to lead day-to-day operations, drive sales, and ensure excellent customer service while managing a motivated team.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of retail management experience and a proven ability to achieve sales targets. Knowledge of inventory management and retail best practices is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in a retail management role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with stock control, cash management, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily store operations and ensure smooth running of the business.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the sales and store team.
• Drive sales growth and achieve store targets.

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Retail Sales Manager – Meat Retail Store required for a reputable company based in East London

We are seeking an experienced Retail Sales Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a busy retail meat store. Previous meat industry experience is not essential; however, candidates must have a strong retail management background and a proven ability to drive sales, manage staff, and deliver excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily store operations and ensure smooth running of the business.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the sales and store team.
• Drive sales growth and achieve store targets.
• Ensure high levels of customer service and customer satisfaction.
• Manage stock levels, merchandising, and product availability.
• Monitor shrinkage, wastage, and stock control processes.
• Handle staff scheduling, performance management, and training.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety, and food handling standards.
• Prepare reports and provide feedback on store performance.

Minimum Requirements

• 3–5 years' experience in a retail management role.
• Proven experience managing staff and achieving sales targets.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with stock control, cash management, and reporting.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays when required.

Preferred

• Experience in FMCG, food retail, supermarket, or high-volume retail environments.
• Knowledge of inventory management and retail operational best practices.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Customer focus
• Commercial awareness
• Planning and organisation
• Results-driven approach
• Attention to detail

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.