Store Manager

PEP; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Midrand seeks a Retail Store Manager to lead a team in achieving business KPIs through sales management, cost control, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate should have a Grade 12 qualification and preferably 1-2 years of experience in a retail leadership role. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are essential for delivering a world-class customer experience. Applications are welcome until January 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Proficient in English.
• Ideally 1-2 years experience in a retail leadership role.
• Computer literate with Microsoft and/or Google GSuite.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and maintain store standards.
• Minimize stock loss through effective culture and procedures.
• Manage store costs and administrative duties.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Stock management

Cost control

Interpersonal communication

Education

Grade 12

Degree/diploma in business/retail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google GSuite

Job description

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Leading a store team to meet business KPIs including driving sales, cost control, mitigating risks and stock loss, administration and ensuring world class store standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Increase sales by focusing on customer service and world-class store standards, maintenance of the store image, stock management and promotional implementation
• Stock loss is minimised by having a healthy store culture and following security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
• Manage cost according to the company low cost culture by driving efficiencies in the store.
• Ensure administrative duties within the store are done according to the company guidelines.
• Leading a dynamic team of Dynamos - taking responsibility for team training, coaching and performance.
• Standards - maintain general health, safety and housekeeping standards

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Proficient in English.
• Relevant tertiary education - a degree/diploma in a business/retail related field would be an advantage.
• Ideally 1-2 years experience in a retail environment within a leadership role.

• Computer Literate (Microsoft and/or Google GSuite - will be an advantage).

ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• A passion for retail is essential to deliver a world‑class customer experience.
• Demonstrate integrity and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Strong Managerial capabilities - ability to plan, lead, organise and control.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willing to work retail hours.

Closing Date: 30 January 2026

Internal Development Pool Candidates will be given preference.

PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.