Store Manager (Cape Town)

O'Brien Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Store Manager to oversee a busy retail environment in Cape Town. You will lead a vibrant team to ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in retail management and is tech-savvy. A background in Retail/Management is a plus. This role offers an opportunity to drive profitability in a dynamic workspace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ proven retail store management experience.
• Strong leadership, people management, and financial acumen.
• Tech-savvy with exposure to relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow your team to deliver top-notch customer service.
• Manage store budgets, expenses, and daily banking.
• Oversee stock control, inventory, and shrinkage management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Financial management

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma/Degree in Retail/Management

Tools

SAP

Unisolv

Qlikview

Job description

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Store Manager to take ownership of a busy retail environment. You’ll be the driving force behind profitability, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and grow your team to deliver top-notch customer service
• Manage store budgets, expenses, and daily banking
• Oversee stock control, inventory, and shrinkage management
• Ensure flawless promotional execution and eye-catching merchandising
• Keep the store in top condition, aligned with high visual and operational standards
• Build strategies that grow market share and keep customers coming back

What You’ll Bring

• Matric (Grade 12) – Diploma/Degree in Retail/Management is a plus
• 5+ years’ proven retail store management experience
• Strong leadership, people management, and financial acumen
• Tech-savvy with exposure to SAP/Unisolv/Qlikview (bonus)
• Resilient, hands-on, and passionate about customer experience

If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career and lead a vibrant team in a fashion-forward environment, we’d love to hear from you!