Regional Manager | Western Cape | Apparel retail brand

SUMMARY:
Regional Manager Position available in the Western Cape with a well-known Apparel retail brand. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a logical thinker and have excellent organisational skills.

POSITION INFO:

Regional Manager Position available in the Western Cape with a well-known Apparel retail brand.  We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a logical thinker and have excellent organisational skills.  The Regional Managers will be responsible looking after five stores:  Waterfront, Canal Walk, Access Park and Cavendish. 

Candidate to have at least 7 years’ experience in the retail industry in a senior position, diploma or degree in Management, Business, Retail, Marketing or similar tertiary diploma or degree.  Candidates must have a valid South African driver’s license and reliable transport.  The Regional Manager will also be responsible for acting as a shift Store Manager.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

• Manage, motivate, recruit and train all retail staff, so as to optimise and sustain sales performance, profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Plan, forecast & report on financial and business performance.
• Plan and manage brand, advertising and promotional activities.
• Manage cash controls with staff and customer safety as a key priority.
• Manage stock levels, store appearance and customer service to maximise profitability.
• Plan and manage new shop locations, layouts and customer traffic flow to maximise sales, customer satisfaction and the image of the company.
• Manage costs and all factors affecting the profitable performance of the shop.
• Liaise with external agencies and authorities as necessary.
• Liaise with suppliers, merchandisers and other partners as required.
• Manage upkeep and condition of all equipment and fixtures of shop premises.
• Manage health, safety, security and emergency systems including staff capabilities.
• Maintain and develop market and competitor information, pricing and tactics.
• Manage and maintain effectiveness of IT and other essential in-store systems.
• Follow and enforce all company policies and procedures.

We are looking for the following Core Competencies:

• Planning, analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent administration skills
• Work independently, with a high degree of responsibility
• Work well under pressure
• Customer service orientated

Minimum requirements

• Must have Matric with a relevant tertiary education
• At least 7 years’ experience in a similar role within a retail industry
• Valid driver''s license with your own car
• Proficient in English
• Business - & Commercial Acumen - Selling Skills
• Presentation and Negotiation skills
• Report Writing – MS Office proficient
• Leadership & People Management – Coaching
• Multitasking – Excellent time management
• Brand Activation/Promotion Skills
• Budget Management

Salary negotiable (salary dependant on level of experience)

To apply for the Regional Manager, Western Cape, Apparel retail brand position please send CV and recent photo to apply.

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