Store Manager (Gauteng)

O'Brien Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Store Manager to take ownership of a busy retail environment in Johannesburg. The role requires proven leadership skills, management of store budgets, and a focus on customer satisfaction. Candidates should have over 5 years of retail management experience and be tech-savvy. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual ready to drive profitability and enhance the customer experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ proven retail store management experience.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Tech-savvy with exposure to retail management 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

Financial acumen

Customer service

People management

Inventory management

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma/Degree in Retail/Management

Tools

SAP

Unisolv

Qlikview

Job description

Overview

Store Manager

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.

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
• 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

Qualifications

• 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!