Store Manager - 6387 Raisethorpe

Pep; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Pietermaritzburg seeks a store leader to drive sales and ensure world-class store standards. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with at least 1-2 years of experience in a retail environment. Responsibilities include managing stock, minimizing loss, and leading a dynamic team. A Grade 12 qualification is essential, and a degree or diploma in business or retail is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English.
• Ideally 1-2 years experience in a retail leadership role.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Lead team to meet business KPIs including sales and cost control.
• Maintain store image and manage stock effectively.
• Train and coach team members to ensure performance.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary education in business/retail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google GSuite

Job description

Purpose of Position

Leading a store team to meet business KPIs including driving sales, cost control, mitigating risks and stock loss, administration and ensuring world class store standards.

Responsibilities

Increase sales by focusing on customer service and world-class store standards, maintenance of the store image, stock management and promotional implementation. Stock loss is minimised by having a healthy store culture and following security measures, stock and cash handling procedures. Manage cost according to the company low cost culture by driving efficiencies in the store. Ensure administrative duties within the store are done according to the company guidelines. Leading a dynamic team of Dynamos – taking responsibility for team training, coaching and performance. Standards – maintain general health, safety and housekeeping standards.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12
• Proficient in English
• Relevant tertiary education – a degree/diploma in a business/retail related field would be an advantage
• Ideally 1‑2 years experience in a retail environment within a leadership role
• Computer literate (Microsoft and/or Google GSuite – will be an advantage)

Attributes Required

A passion for retail is essential to deliver a world‑class customer experience. Demonstrate integrity and willingness to go the extra mile. Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills. Strong managerial capabilities – ability to plan, lead, organise and control. Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment. Willing to work retail hours.

Closing Date

15 November

Other Information

• Internal Development Pool Candidates will be given preference. PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.
• If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.