Store Manager - High-Volume Retail

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Employee discount

Career growth

Fast-paced environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a dynamic Store Manager to lead a high-volume retail outlet. You will oversee daily operations, drive sales, and ensure an exceptional customer experience while guiding a motivated team.

The role demands strong leadership, excellence in merchandising, inventory control, and adherence to company policies. You will shape store culture and performance in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in retail management, preferably high-volume stores.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a retail team.
• Strong understanding of sales, customer service and operations management.
• Excellent visual merchandising and inventory control skills.
• Proficient in retail POS systems and basic computer applications.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring smooth functioning and achievement of sales targets.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and manage a high-performing team of retail associates.
• Drive sales performance through effective merchandising, customer engagement, and promotional execution.
• Manage inventory levels, minimize stock loss, and ensure accurate stocktaking procedures.
• Maintain store appearance and visual merchandising standards to create an inviting customer environment.
• Implement company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Customer service

Inventory control

Visual merchandising

POS systems

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Store Manager to lead their bustling retail outlet in Richards Bay . This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for all aspects of store operations, from sales performance and customer engagement to team management and visual merchandising. You will drive sales, ensure an exceptional customer experience, and maintain operational excellence in a high-volume environment. This role requires a strong leader who is passionate about retail, motivated by results, and dedicated to fostering a positive and productive store culture within the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring smooth functioning and achievement of sales targets.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and manage a high-performing team of retail associates.
• Drive sales performance through effective merchandising, customer engagement, and promotional execution.
• Manage inventory levels, minimize stock loss, and ensure accurate stocktaking procedures.
• Maintain store appearance and visual merchandising standards to create an inviting customer environment.
• Implement company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of retail management experience, preferably in a high-volume store.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a retail team.
• Strong understanding of sales, customer service, and operational management.
• Excellent visual merchandising and inventory control skills.
• Proficiency in retail POS systems and basic computer applications.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused approach.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Employee discount on store merchandise.
• Opportunities for career growth within the retail sector.
• A dynamic and fast-paced working environment.