Trainee Branch Manager

Lewis Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Trainee Manager to oversee branch operations and align with business goals. This role requires a passionate individual with a valid driver’s license and a Matric qualification, along with some retail management experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team, ensuring excellent customer service, managing financial responsibilities, and driving sales through effective stock management. Join a dynamic team and take ownership of your development in a rewarding retail environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of the branch.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• 1-2 years of retail management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower branch employees to achieve business goals.
• Manage financial areas and ensure compliance with company standards.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Management abilities

Retail Management Experience

Computer Literacy

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Business related tertiary qualification

Job description

We are seeking a suitably qualified Trainee Manager to be trained to oversee branch operations and ensure alignment to the organizational business goals.

The ideal candidate needs to take ownership for their development and have a passion for retail and leading a team. Ideal candidates should have a formal qualification, driver's license and some retail and management experience.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license.
• A Matric / Grade 12 educational qualification.
• Business related tertiary qualification would be an advantage.
• Minimum 1-2 years Retail Management Experience
• Computer Literate.
• Strong Leadership abilities
• Management abilities – Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch staff

The role will

1. Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch employees – thereby retaining a stable team delivering on business goals.
2. Effectively implement the organization business model, manage the targets and operations in order to maintain a healthy, profitable business.
3. Be responsible for excellent customer service in the Branch, by playing an active part during customer contact situations – thereby ensuring and maintain healthy customer relationship.
4. Manage and control financial areas of responsibility to stay within the company accepted norms and manage risk to the business in this regard.
5. Increase sales by ensuring good customer service, and stock management.
6. Ensure Stock loss is minimized through compliance with security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
7. Drive a low-cost business according to company standard by controlling and managing the financial areas of responsibility.
8. Ensure administrative duties within the store are in accordance with company guidelines. (NCA & FAIS)
9. Guide, manage and verify operations within the Branch to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory legalisations.
10. People Management – training, mentoring, coaching and management of team members.