Senior Retail Manager

RPO Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Retail Manager to oversee operations in a fast-paced hypermarket in Centurion, Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional to lead a dynamic team and optimise store performance. Candidates should have a strong background in retail management with at least 10 years of experience, excellent leadership skills, and a strong understanding of retail operations. This full-time position involves managing daily store activities and implementing strategies for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in retail management, preferably in a hypermarket or large-format store.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising and customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the hypermarket ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
• Lead, motivate and manage a team of sales staff to achieve performance targets.
• Implement and monitor sales strategies, promotions and customer engagement initiatives.
• Manage inventory levels, rotation and merchandising standards.
• Analyse sales reports and KPIs to identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication

Education

Matric

Tertiary qualification in Retail Management or Business Administration

Tools

Retail systems

Job description

Description

A leading retail organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Retail Manager to oversee operations in a fast‑paced hypermarket environment in Centurion Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity for a results‑driven professional to lead a dynamic team, optimise store performance and deliver an exceptional shopping experience. If you have a strong background in retail management and thrive in large‑format store operations we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the hypermarket ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
• Lead, motivate and manage a team of sales staff to achieve performance targets.
• Implement and monitor sales strategies, promotions and customer engagement initiatives.
• Manage inventory levels, rotation and merchandising standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Analyse sales reports and KPIs to identify growth opportunities and operational improvements.
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly.
• Collaborate with suppliers, logistics and finance teams to optimise store performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years experience in retail management, preferably in a hypermarket or large‑format store.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising and customer service.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in retail systems and reporting tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast‑paced environment.
• Matric required; tertiary qualification in Retail Management or Business Administration is an advantage.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Apply today by contacting Yusrah Farouk at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website or email us your CV.

Other Details

• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1