STORE MANAGER – RETAIL (LIMPOPO)

University of Fort Hare; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare in Limpopo is seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead operations, drive profitability, and uphold customer service standards across branches. The role demands hands-on leadership, solid financial management, and a proven ability to boost sales while maintaining operational excellence.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of retail store management experience, strong financial and operational skills, and the flexibility to work retail hours.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Retail/Business Management (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years’ proven retail store management experience.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of SAP/Unisolv/Kronos would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work retail hours.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.

Skills

Financial management

Operational management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Retail hours flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Retail/Business Management qualification

Tools

SAP

Unisolv

Kronos

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Store Managers to lead operations at our branches in Limpopo. Each Store Manager will be responsible for the profitability, performance, and customer service standards of their store. This role requires hands on leadership, strong financial management, and a proven ability to drive sales and maintain operational excellence.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Retail/Business Management (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years’ proven retail store management experience.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of SAP/Unisolv/Kronos would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work retail hours.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.

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