Store Manager

Pepkor Speciality; Vredenburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail leader is seeking a Store Manager for Tekkie Town in Vredenburg. This role involves managing store operations, achieving profitability, and leading a team. Ideal candidates should possess Grade 12 and have at least 2 years of retail experience, with a focus on customer service and team development. Strong leadership skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential for success. Opportunities for growth within a dynamic company culture are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with a major retail chain.
• Experience in a Senior Management role for at least 1 year.
• Fluent in English and another official South African language.

Responsibilities

• Manage store's turnover and budgets to meet targets.
• Ensure store administration aligns with procedures.
• Implement promotions and maintain store standards.
• Drive team development and adhere to company SOPs.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Planning and organizing

Leadership

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for a Store Manager within Tekkie Town, Weskus Mall, leading a team of staff. This role will report directly to the Area Sales Manager of Tekkie Town. Our ideal candidate should be based in Vredenburg or surrounding areas.

As a Store Manager working for Tekkie Town you will be responsible for managing the store, ensuring that the store maximizes the profitability of the branch, eradicating stock losses, controlling expenses and effectively managing people.

Applicants who submit their application, confirm that by applying for this position they consent and authorize Tekkie Town as a division of Pepkor Speciality to utilize their personal information for purposes of their application and the storage of their personal information.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for turnover and budgets ensuring that targets are met.
• Ensuring the Store’s Administration is in line with the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensuring that stock losses are under the benchmark.
• Effectively implement Promotions, visual merchandising principles and maintain standards of the store.
• Keeping updated with the latest trends in terms of stock coming in (unpacking process).
• The ability to ensure that brand standards are implemented & maintained in line with customer expectations.
• Our Store Manager’s play an active part in the succession planning, coaching, and developing their own team.
• Ensure all employees adhere to company’s Standard Operating Procedures.
• Nurturing and driving the Tekkie Town culture within your store.
• Responsible for the opening and closing of the store.

Applicants will need to be prepared to undergo evaluations/ assessments and interviews if and as required.

If you are passionate about retail, and wanting to join a Company where there is ample opportunity for growth and career development, please apply.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Computer Literate, MS Office – proficient in Work, Outlook, Excel, etc

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with a major retail chain of which a minimum of 1 years must be within a Senior Management role.
• Fluent (written and verbal) in English and another official South African language relevant.
• Strong interpersonal and selling skills.
• A strong logical thinking and analytical ability.
• Has a high energy level and is performance-driven?
• Excellent planning, organizing and time management skills.
• Ability to remain flexible, maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to work independently, as well as be a team player.
• Ability to lead and drive a team.
• Strong leadership and organisational abilities.
• Own transport and valid driver’s license would be an advantage.