Retail Store Leader — Growth & Profitability

The Building Company; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Building Company is seeking a Store Manager in Gauteng to drive profitability and growth for the store through effective management of staff, finances, and operations. The role emphasizes adherence to company policies and best practices to exceed stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, procurement, stock control and merchandising, financial management, customer service, and leadership of branch employees. Compliance with legislation and governance is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• Commerce bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Finance or Management diploma is preferred.
• 5–10 years retail experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in a junior-mid level management position.
• Previous industry related experience.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Inwards and Outwards Logistics/Procurement skills.
• Merchandising principles knowledge.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage profitability by controlling costs and maximizing sales.
• Plan and budget with Operations Executive and Regional Operations Manager to deliver the store’s operating plan.
• Oversee procurement, stock control and merchandising to optimize stock levels.
• Maintain stock variances and ensure optimal stock levels.
• Manage financial processes in line with company procedures.
• Deliver excellent customer service and coordinate promotions.
• Be accountable for day-to-day operations and branch staff.
• Perform operational analysis to identify problems and opportunities.
• Lead and develop store staff in line with policies.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and corporate governance.
• Uphold and promote company values and culture.

Skills

Financial acumen

Logistics

Procurement

Merchandising principles

Education

Grade 12

Commerce bachelor’s degree

Finance or Management diploma

Job description

The Building Company is seeking a Store Manager in Gauteng to drive profitability and growth for the store through effective management of staff, finances, and operations. The role emphasizes adherence to company policies and best practices to exceed stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, procurement, stock control and merchandising, financial management, customer service, and leadership of branch employees. Compliance with legislation and governance is essential.