STORE ASSISTANT MANAGER – RETAIL (MPUMALANGA)

University of Fort Hare; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in South Africa is seeking a Store Assistant Manager in Mpumalanga to support overall store operations and supervise staff. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of retail experience, strong leadership skills, and be able to achieve sales targets while maintaining high customer service standards. A valid driver's license is required. This is a permanent position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Retail/FMCG across departments.
• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overall store operations.
• Supervise staff to ensure high-quality customer service.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Relevant Retail/FMCG qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

STORE ASSISTANT MANAGER – RETAIL (MPUMALANGA)

Permanent

NEL012343

Retail & Wholesale

Overview

We are looking for four Store Assistant Managers to support the Store Managers in Nelspruit, Witbank, Middelburg, and Secunda. The role involves assisting with overall store operations, managing staff, ensuring sales targets are met, and maintaining high standards of customer service, stock control, and administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overall store operations and daily management in assigned locations.
• Support Store Managers in supervising staff and ensuring high-quality customer service.
• Help achieve and exceed sales targets and drive store performance.
• Maintain stock control, merchandising, and loss prevention.
• Assist with administration, reporting, and compliance with company policies.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Relevant Retail/FMCG qualification (advantageous).
• At least 5 years’ experience in Retail/FMCG across departments (receiving, cash office, administration, sales floor).
• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• Strong organisational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of retail operations and reporting.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); SAP/Unisolv experience an advantage.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Ability to travel locally and work retail hours.

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