Store Manager- (45 hr)- Blueroute

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Store Manager in South Africa, Wes-Kaap. The successful candidate will drive performance through KPIs, manage stock losses, and lead staff training and development. With at least 3 years of Store Management experience, you will need strong leadership and organizational skills. This role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on the store's performance in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Store Management experience required.
• Experience in driving sales to increase store profit.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance through store KPI’s.
• Manage stock losses and ensure operational excellence.
• Train and develop staff effectively.
• Manage team schedules and control expenses.

Skills

Adaptability to different customers and situations

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Grade 12 qualification

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Drive performance through the store KPI’s (e.g. turnover, rewards, new accounts, visuals. Etc.).
• Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard
• Driving turnover to ensure achievement of targets
• Ensures the team executes operational excellence through a customer-centric mind set.
• Generating high levels of motivation and commitment within the store.
• Ensure store staff implement merchandising strategy and standards
• Managing team schedule effectively
• Staff training and development
• People management, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management
• Controlling expenses
• Allocate time effectively; handle multiple tasks and completing priorities.
• Manage risk within the store

Qualifications & Experience

• A Grade 12 qualification.
• A relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous.
• Must have 3 years Store Management experience.
• Must have experience in driving sales to increase store profit.

Skills

• Ability to adapt to different customers and situations
• A high sense of urgency with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational, administration and planning skills
• The ability to take initiative
• A high level of attention to detail
• Figure and admin orientated
• A passion for denim and an understanding of its potential beyond conventional fashion
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team to achieve common goals
• Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.

Behaviours

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
• Develops Talent - identifies, nurtures, and supports the growth of individuals within the organisation
• Directs work - effectively plans, organises and directs the activities of individuals or teams to achieve desired outcomes
• Drives Engagement - inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.