Store Manager (45hr) - Foschini - Menlyn

TFG (The Foschini Group); Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foschini Group (TFG) is seeking an in-store leader in Gauteng to drive turnover, manage expenses and lead a high-performing team. The role focuses on customer service excellence, merchandising standards and stock control to meet company targets.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in retail with 1 year in a leadership capacity and a Matric certificate. Join a dynamic, brand-rich group committed to growth and exceptional shopping experiences.

Qualifications

• A Matric certificate.
• Minimum 3 years retail experience with a minimum of 1 year store leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Driving turnover to ensure the achievement of targets.
• Controlling expenses.
• Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard.
• People management, including recruitment, development of staff, employee relations, performance management.
• Executing in-store merchandising strategy and standards.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers.

Skills

Customer loyalty

Customer service

Customer value

Customer focus

Solution presentation

Sales conversations

Buying influences

Digital communications

Handling resistance

Sales process

Customer challenges

Negotiation & selling

Planning & organizing

Policy & procedures

Strategic sales planning

Leadership

Education

Matric certificate

Job description

• Driving turnover to ensure the achievement of targets
• Controlling expenses
• Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard
• People management, including recruitment, development of staff, employee relations, performance management
• Executing in-store merchandising strategy and standards
• Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Driving turnover to ensure the achievement of targets
• Controlling expenses
• Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard
• People management, including recruitment, development of staff, employee relations, performance management
• Executing in-store merchandising strategy and standards
• Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers

Qualifications & Exprience

• A Matric certificate.
• Minimum 3 years retail experience with a minimum of 1 year store leadership experience.

Skills

• Builds Customer Loyalty
• Customer Service Delivery
• Customer Value Management
• Customer-Focused Approach
• Effectively Presents Solutions
• Initiates Compelling Sales Conversations
• Knows the Buying Influences
• Leverages Digital Communications with Customers
• Manages Resistance
• Managing the Sales Process
• Navigates Customer Challenges
• Negotiation & Selling
• Planning & Organizing
• Policy & procedures
• Strategic Sales Planning
• Leadership

Behaviors

• Action Oriented - readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness
• 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
• 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
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Values differences - recognises, respects, and appreciates the diverse values, beliefs, and perspectives of others

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

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that

Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth.

Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

About The Team

Foschini has been dressing fashionable South African women for 100 years, supporting and inspiring women to create a better future.

We are your ultimate destination for stylish, contemporary fashion. From smart and casual wear to denim, leisurewear, accessories, lingerie, footwear, cosmetics, jewellery, and kidswear. We offer great value and a modern shopping experience. We're seeking energetic and creative individuals to join our team and help us deliver the latest trends. Join us and be part of a brand that brings fashion to life with vibrant, on-trend styles!