Retail Store Manager

Findojobs South Africa; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization is seeking a Store Manager responsible for overseeing all store functions, managing shrinkage, and implementing sales strategies to achieve revenue growth. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in retail management with 3-4 years of experience and excellent communication skills. This position involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with policies, and driving customer service improvements.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years’ experience in a senior store management position.
• Computer literate.
• Self-starter with good decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage shrinkage levels to within the company targeted ratio.
• Implement policies to minimize stock loss.
• Strategizing sales and marketing plans to drive revenue growth.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Business and financial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Education

Matric

Retail qualification

Job description

Introduction

The purpose of the Store Manager is to be responsible for the functions of all departments of the store and for brand building exercises relating to the store. Upholding the image and building the reputation of the store ought to be the key responsibilities of a retail store manager

Job description

• Manage shrinkage levels to within the company targeted ratio.
• Implement policies and procedures to minimize stock loss.
• Strategizing sales and marketing plans to drive revenue growth in the store
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors for procuring supplies.
• Allocating budgets and planning the finances of the store.
• Evaluating sales reports and customer feedback.
• Planning new initiatives and ideas to increase footfall with the store.
• Controlling the store inventory and ensuring the maintenance of the standards of goods.
• Studying market reports and competitor strategies.
• Understanding of business and labour policies and apply these on an everyday basis.
• Manage performance of teams within the various departments.
• Create strategies to promote and improve customer service.
• Execute plans to maintain excellent compliance and operational standards.
• Ensure that all occupational health, food safety and legislative policies and controls are implemented.
• Talent management, recruitment and selection, staff training and workforce management.

Minimum requirements

Matric

A retail qualification would be advantageous

3-4 years’ experience in a senior store management position

Computer literate

A self-starter, problem solving and decision-making.

Excellent communication verbal and written skills.

Business and financial acumen

Good interpersonal skills.

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENTS

Be available to work irregular hours in consideration of operational demands.

Valid SA driver’s license.

Reliable transport.