Store Manager

Spar retail stores pty (ltd) a division of the spar group ltd is recruiting for a store manager at Johannesburg.

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose : The purpose of the Store Manager is to be responsible for the functions of all departments of a 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.

Key Performance Areas

• Overseeing the functions of all departments of the store.
• Manage shrinkage levels to within the company targeted ratio.
• Implement policies and procedures in order to minimize stock loss.
• Strategizing sales and marketing plans to drive revenue into the store.
• Recruiting and training employees of the store.
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors for procuring supplies.
• Allocating budgets and planning the finances of the store.
• Evaluating sale reports and customer feedbacks.
• A sound knowledge of SIGMA or an understanding of a similar stock management system.
• Strong analytical skills for generating and interpreting management reports.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining store standards.
• Policydriven with a focus on adherence to company protocols and guidelines.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team fostering a positive work culture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in using retail management software and point of sale systems.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and shifts as required.
• Planning new implementations and ideas to increase footfall of the store.
• Controlling the store inventory and ensuring the maintenance of the standards of goods.
• Studying market reports and competitor strategies.
• Setting sales targets for the sales teams and periodically reviewing the same.
• Understanding of working and labour policies and apply these on an everyday basis.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Degree or diploma in management favorable.
• Retail merchandising sales or any related field with 3-5 years experience in the retail industry.
• Should possess good written as well as verbal communication skills.
• Should have good interpersonal skills for negotiating with suppliers and vendors.
• Should be a good team leader and possess the ability of keeping the employees motivated.
• Managing staff, staff delegation, staff time and attendance, disciplinary and industrial relations.
• 10 or more years experience in a senior management position.

Spar retail stores (pty) ltd is an equal opportunity employer. All positions are placed in accordance with the company's employment equity plan.

Kindly note : All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.

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Required Experience : Manager

Key Skills : Cost Accounting, ASP.NET, ABAP, Field Sales, JNI, Inventory