STORE MANAGER – RETAIL (MPUMALANGA)

University of Fort Hare; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in South Africa is seeking experienced Store Managers to oversee operations at various branches. The role demands a proven track record in retail management, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to drive performance and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial management background and a commitment to maintaining operational excellence. This position requires willingness to work retail hours and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ proven retail store management experience.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Willingness to work retail hours.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations at branches.
• Ensure profitability and performance standards.
• Drive sales and maintain operational excellence.
• Provide hands-on leadership.

Skills

Financial management

Operational management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Relevant tertiary qualification in Retail/Business Management

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Unisolv

Kronos

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Store Managers to lead operations at our branches in Nelspruit, Witbank, Middelburg, and Secunda. 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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