Senior Store Manager – East London | Open For Relocation

Dj Recruitment Consulting; East London; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail and wholesale distribution group is seeking a Senior Retail Operations Manager in East London, Eastern Cape. The role requires strategic leadership, financial oversight, and deep knowledge of retail operations. Candidates should have a proven record of driving store performance with minimum 5 years' experience in retail management. A competitive remuneration package including vehicle benefits is offered.

Benefits

Vehicle benefits

Standard company benefits for senior management

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' retail management experience.
• Strong understanding of retail operations including finance and logistics.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to Retail Operations Managers.
• Drive sales growth and profitability across existing stores.
• Identify and manage poor-performing stores with corrective action plans.

Skills

Retail management

Financial acumen

Leadership

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Education

Matric / Grade 12 Senior Certificate

Business Management Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Retail management systems

Job description

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Senior Retail Operations Manager – East London

East London, Eastern Cape R200000 - R250000 3L Consulting

Posted today

Job Description

3L Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a leading retail and wholesale distribution group with a strong national footprint and a proud legacy of supporting independently owned retail stores across Southern Africa. The organisation operates in a highly competitive, fast-paced environment, delivering excellence in retail operations, logistics, and business support.

This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned retail professional with a proven record of driving store performance, developing strong business relationships, and ensuring long-term retailer profitability and sustainability. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership to a team of Retail Operations Managers, ensuring alignment with group objectives and enhancing retail performance across the division.

Purpose of the position
The purpose of this position is to ensure profitable and sustainable independent retail operations through effective leadership, financial oversight, and strategic business support — driving increased sales and improved performance across the retail network.

Key Performance Areas

• Compile, implement, and manage divisional budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Review financial performance against targets and implement group strategies and core concepts at retail level.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of Retail Operations Managers.
• Add measurable value to independent retailers through sound business advice and performance management.
• Establish, maintain, and enhance retailer relationships to promote long-term sustainability.
• Identify and manage poor-performing stores, implementing corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with internal support teams (Store Development, HR, Finance, Logistics, and Merchandising) to ensure comprehensive retailer support.
• Drive sales growth and profitability across existing stores and within the distribution network.
• Conduct feasibility studies and assist with new store developments or refurbishments.
• Promote the brand's image and success by working closely with the Store Development and Retail Support teams.
• Provide retail advisory services to assist retailers in achieving operational, financial, and customer service excellence.
• Ensure profitability and sustainable growth at both Distribution Centre (DC) and retail levels.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 Senior Certificate — Mandatory
• Business Management Diploma or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5 years' retail management experience at Store Manager, Retail Operations Manager, or DC level
• Proven understanding of retail business operations, including finance, merchandising, and logistics
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively
• Strong financial and business acumen with a deep understanding of store operations
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills
• Ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships and influence stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including public speaking
• High level of computer literacy (MS Office and retail management systems)
• Attention to detail, quality orientation, and sound decision-making ability
• Strong business insight with the ability to translate strategy into actionable retail execution
• Commitment to retailer development and continuous improvement
• Commercially minded with a focus on results and sustainability

A competitive remuneration package is offered, including vehicle benefits and other standard company benefits aligned with senior management level.

Relief Store Manager – East London

East London, Eastern Cape Abantu Staffing Solutions

Posted 8 days ago

Job Description

Overview:
This role is based within a local, privately owned Retail company, with its head office based in East London and branches across the broader East London area. Its focus is to assist in the various branches as needed, and to act as Branch Manager when they are on leave. The position reports directly to the Owner.

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Previous experience within similar role / working with staff (advantageous)
• Previous experience within retail / clothing environment (advantageous)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Own transport
• Good computer skills, with Pastel experience advantageous

Responsibilities:

• Managing staff
• Open / closing the store
• Cash-ups / Depositing cash
• Handling queries / stock issues
• Handling with customer queries and complaints
• Overseeing pricing and stock control
• Setting and meeting sales targets

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Store Manager 8455 Vincent Park

East London, Eastern Cape R120000 - R180000 Y Pep

Posted today

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Leading a store team to meet business KPIs including driving sales, cost control, mitigating risks and stock loss, administration and ensuring world class store standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Increase sales by focusing on customer service and world-class store standards, maintenance of the store image, stock management and promotional implementation
• Stock loss is minimised by having a healthy store culture and following security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
• Manage cost according to the company low cost culture by driving efficiencies in the store.
• Ensure administrative duties within the store are done according to the company guidelines.
• Leading a dynamic team of Dynamos - taking responsibility for team training, coaching and performance.
• Standards - maintain general health, safety and housekeeping standards

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary education - a degree/diploma in a business/retail related field would be an advantage.

Ideally 1-2 years experience in a retail environment within a leadership role.

Computer Literate (Microsoft and/or Google GSuite - will be an advantage).

ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• A passion for retail is essential to deliver a world-class customer experience.
• Demonstrate integrity and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Strong Managerial capabilities - ability to plan, lead, organise and control.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work retail hours.

Closing Date:10 October 2025

PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard yourapplication as being unsuccessful.

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