Trainee Manager Stores

Pick n Pay Retailers; Khayelitsha; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick n Pay is expanding its Western Cape operations and seeks a capable department manager to oversee multiple store areas and drive performance across teams.

You will be responsible for operational standards, staff leadership, promotions execution, and maintaining customer-focused service in a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers growth toward store management and exposure to strategic store operations.

Qualifications

• Matriculated with certified copy.
• 2-3 years retail experience advantageous.
• 1-3 years departmental manager experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor and back-up).
• Ensure security procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure merchandise/display standards are adhered to.
• Conduct regular quality checks, ensure stock is rotated.
• Damaged/expired stock is removed.
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages.
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels.
• Ensure administration is completed accurately and timeously.
• Analyse, maintain and update relevant information/documentation, take required action when necessary.
• Plan and implement sales promotions.
• Advise customers on products and services; listen to requests.
• Monitor budgets and take required action.
• Analyse profitability of department; make recommendations.
• Optimise stock levels; ensure stock is always available and not overstocked.
• Manage employees to maintain standards with motivated staff.

Skills

Performance Management

Problem Solving

Sense of urgency

Attention to detail

Assertiveness

Relationship building

Effective communication

Financial acumen

Results oriented

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the largest supermarket chain store in South Africa and gain insight and understanding of store operations by working in various departments. This is a career path to become a store manager.

Minimum requirements

Must be Matriculated (attach certified copy to application) 2- 3 years retail experience advantagious 1 – 3 years departmental manager experience advantagious Must be successful in at least 2 competency based interviews Must be flexible and willing to be transferred between stores Must be willing to give authorization for a full credit and criminal check Must have a valid South African ID (attach copy to application) Drivers Licence is essential (attach certified copy of license) Must reside in Western Cape

Competencies

Performance Management. Problem Solving Sense of urgency Attention to detail Assertiveness. Relationships building Effective communication Financial accuman Results orientated

Key responsibilities

• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor and back-up)
• Ensure that security procedures are adhered to
• Ensure that merchandise/display standards are adhered to
• Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated.
• Damaged/expired stock is removed
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels
• Ensure that all administration is completed accurately and timeously
• Analyse, maintain and update relevant information/documentation, take required action when necessary
• Plan and implement sales promotions
• Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers’ requests, provide the required product or services.
• Monitor budgets and take required action
• Analyse profitability of department, make recommendations or take required actions
• Optimise stock levels e.g. always in stock, never overstocked through effective ordering
• Manage employees to ensure standards are maintained by competent, motivated employees

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Discover who we are At Pick n Pay, we are more than just a retailer; we are an organisation of dedicated people committed to creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers and an enriching, vibrant work environment for our employees. Founded in 1967, Pick n Pay is one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent. Our reputation is built upon our commitment to offering customers the best in quality, and value.

Our Mission

We serve with our hearts, we create a great place to be and With our minds, we create an excellent place to shop

Our Values

• Passion for our Customers: We are passionate about our customers and will fight for their rights. Our customers are our priority, and their satisfaction is our success.
• Respect and Care: We care for and respect each other. We value our team's diversity and treat each other with kindness and understanding.
• Personal Growth and Opportunity: We foster personal growth and opportunities. We believe in empowering our employees, providing opportunities for learning and advancement.
• Leadership and Innovation: We nurture leadership and vision, and reward innovation. We encourage our employees to be leaders in their roles and think outside the box.
• Honesty and Integrity: We live by honesty and integrity. We operate with transparency and trustworthiness in all our interactions.
• Community Support: We support and participate in our communities. We believe in making a positive impact and giving back to our communities.
• Individual Responsibility: We take individual responsibility. We are responsible for our actions and decisions.
• Accountability: We are all accountable. We hold ourselves responsible for delivering on our commitments to our customers, each other, and our business.

Why Pick n Pay?

At Pick n Pay, our strength lies in our people. We strive to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry. We create a work environment that fosters growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your work will be meaningful, recognized, and rewarded. Experience the joy of being part of Pick n Pay. Let’s shape the future of retail in Africa together. View our career opportunities.