Store Manager (External Applications Only)

Cashbuild; Greater Giyani Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Manager to lead operations and drive growth in a competitive market. This role involves strategic planning, enhancing customer service, and managing a dedicated team to ensure the store meets its sales objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a keen business acumen, and a solid understanding of retail management. If you're passionate about retail and ready to make an impact, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the success of a well-respected brand.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of retail management experience required.
• Strong leadership and business acumen are essential.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Manage store operations and grow market share.
• Ensure customer service strategy is implemented effectively.
• Control stock and manage expenses in line with budget.

Skills

Retail Management

Leadership Skills

Business Acumen

Customer Service

Health and Safety Knowledge

Human Resources Management

Attention to Detail

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Description

About the job Store Manager (External Applications Only)

Protect and grow profitable market share within a Store in accordance to the Store, Division and Company strategy.

Requirements

• Grade 12 with at least 3 (three) years related retail management experience or 5 (five) years related retail management experience
• Must have well developed business acumen
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be computer literate (Basic computer literacy)
• Must have strong leadership skills
• Must have strong administrative skills
• Own transport is preferable with valid drivers licence
• Must have own cell phone
• Must have sound knowledge of Health and Safety aspects in line with local (OHSA) and / or neighbouring Countries legislation
• Must have strong Human Resources Management skills
• Attention to detail

Strategic Management

• Develop, implement and manage a strategic plan for the Store ensuring it is aligned with the overall Divisional strategy and strategic initiatives

Grow and Protect Market Share

• Grow transactions, sales and market share in store as defined in the budget
• Achieve sales budgets and growth objectives
• Manage and promote the customer loyalty programmes and 3rd party credit
• Develop action plans to protect the markets where competitors are entering the markets.
• Ensure Store Business plans are implemented and updated when required

Customer Service

• Manage the implementation and monitoring of the Customer Service strategy in the store
• Ensure an effective Delivery Service is maintained within the store as per company policy
• Grow and maintain VIC and charge card client base
• Recommend Range improvements to suit the market

Asset Control

• Manage and control shrinkage within the Store as per policy
• Protect Assets (Cash, Stock and Fixed)
• Managing Debtors within the Store
• Analyze security requirements and recommend changes in the Store.
• Ensure physical security measures in the store are implemented and maintained.

Business Trade Licenses (Countries)

• Ensure that all relevant Trade Licenses are up to date and renewed timeously, where applicable

Human Resource Management

• Manage manpower requirements in line with the Company and Division strategy
• Ensure Succession Planning & Career pathing is in place within the store
• Ensure open communication / relations with the Store Employee Forum and staff.
• Ensure training & Development is in place for the store.
• Manage Employee Relations within the store

Maintaining Store Standards

• Conduct daily floor walks
• Ensure implementation of agreed Action Plans (PIPs) where necessary
• Monitor adherence of Company standard compliance in the Store
• Ensure maintenance of housekeeping standards
• Ensure merchandising policies and standards are adhered to
• Ensure ready for business is implemented within the stores
• Ensure lighting, store and racking is maintained in good condition

Stock Management

• Ensure stock is ordered and received as per policy
• Ensure that damage stock is cleared as per policy
• Implement Obsolete / deranged stock action plans as per policy
• Manage the slow moving stock as per policy
• Implement excess stock action plans as per policy

Store Safety (OHSA) Standards

• Manage Safety aspects in line with local (OHSA) and/or neighbouring Countries legislation:
• Ensure all required checklists are completed
• Ensure appointment of all OHSA representatives for the store as per OHSA Act or if required as per relevant country legislation
• Investigate, report and manage OHSA Incidents

Expense management

• Manage the Store to the Financial Model and benchmarks
• Maintenance of expenses in line with budget within the store

Insurance Claims Administration

• Report all incidents to the relevant insurer.
• Liaison with relevant insurer on the claim particulars and validity of the claim
• Submission of documentation to the relevant insurer.

Management of CB Way

• Implement and maintain controls and disciplines as per the CB Way

Competencies

Description

Leadership

• Takes the lead.
• Inspires others.
• Takes responsibility.
• Gives employees their own responsibilities.
• Stimulates and uses input from others.
• Shows appreciation for good performance.

Result Oriented

• Makes concrete agreements with others about the results to be delivered. remains focused on results when other things interfere.
• Makes an effort to achieve objectives.
• Has a clear goal in mind.
• Looks for a solution when achieving the objective becomes threatened.
• Finishes the job in time.

Planning

• ensures that the necessary means to perform the job are available on time.
• Puts matters in an efficient order when planning.
• Makes the plan understandable for everyone involved.
• Makes, and maintains a realistic plan.
• Sets priorities.

Delegating

• When delegating, provides enough space and responsibility to be able to perform the task.
• Delegates enough work to complete his/her own tasks.
• When delegating, he/she clarifies what results are required at what time.
• When delegating, he/she indicates to the employee why he/she in particular is asked this question.
• Regularly checks the progress of delegated work.

Performing under pressure

• Delivers good results under pressure.
• Persists when faced with setbacks.
• Continues to do the right thing under pressure, without making mistakes.
• Maintains an even performance under pressure.

Market Orientation

• Actively seeks market information.
• Thinks of solutions to internal problems from the viewpoint of the organisation's market position.
• Informs him/herself about the offers and activities of competitors.
• Looks for opportunities that allow the organisation to benefit from market trends.