Store manager - BUCO Progress Street

The Building Company; Mthatha; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Mthatha is seeking a store manager to drive profitability through effective management of employees and resources. Ideal candidates should have 5-10 years of retail experience, strong financial acumen, and proven people management skills. A Grade 12 or equivalent qualification is required, with preference for a bachelor's degree in commerce. The role involves ensuring operational excellence and compliance with corporate governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a junior-mid level management position.
• Preferably have knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• 5-10 years retail experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage profitability and budget planning.
• Oversee procurement and stock control.
• Ensure legislative compliance and corporate governance.

Skills

Retail experience

Financial acumen

People Management

Procurement skills

Merchandising principles

Education

Grade 12

Commerce bachelor's degree

Financial or Management diploma

Job description

Overview

The Building Company — Mthatha (2025/09/19) Job Reference Number: 8088201001. Department: BUCO. Business Unit: Industry: Retail. Job Type: Permanent. Positions Available: 1. Salary: Market Related.

The main purpose is to drive and grow the profitability of the store through the effective management of its employees, financial, and technological resources, and ensuring efficient application of the company’s policies and procedures and management best practice in order to exceed all stakeholders’ expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Profitability
• Planning and Budgeting
• Procurement, stock control and merchandising
• Maintain Stock variances
• Financial Management
• Customer Service
• Accountable for day-to-day operations
• Operational analysis
• People Management
• Legislative compliance and corporate governance
• To uphold and promote the company values and culture

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Preferably a commerce bachelor’s degree / or equivalent experience
• Preferably Financial or Management diploma
• 5-10 years retail experience
• Minimum of 3 years\' in a junior-mid level management position
• Previous industry related experience
• Financial acumen
• Inwards and Outwards Logistics/Procurement skills
• Merchandising principles
• Preferably have knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act