Store Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the V&A Waterfront is seeking a dynamic and experienced Store Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, with 5+ years of experience in retail, particularly within the homeware sector. A minimum of 2 years in an Assistant Manager or Manager role is required, along with a valid driver’s license. The successful applicant will be highly energetic, punctual, reliable, and possess a strong focus on driving store performance. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a team and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE    :           Permanent
SECTOR                          :           Retail
BASIC SALARY              :           Market related
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• 5+ years of Sales Experience as well as solid homeware retail product experience
• 2+ years in an Assistant Manager/Manager role
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance
• High energy levels and strong focus

• Maximize sales and control expenses
• Stock control and stock take weekly
• Complete store operational requirements by:
  • Scheduling and assigning employees
  • Following up on work results
• Maintain store staff by recruiting, selecting, orientating and training employees
• Maintain store staff results by coaching, counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring and appraising job results
• Prepare annual budget; schedule expenditures; analyze variances; initiate corrective actions
• Identify current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements
• Ensure availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories
• Secure merchandise by monitoring security systems and measures
• Protect employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment
• Maintain the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements
• Set up effective marketing displays for the sales floor and store windows
• Manage all controllable costs to keep operations profitable
• Analyze sales figures and forecast future sales
• Analyze and interpret trends to facilitate planning
• Respond to customer complaints and comments
• Maintain awareness of market trends in the retail industry, understanding forthcoming customer initiatives and monitoring what local competitors are doing
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Any other duties as and when may be required by Supervisor

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 16:30 or Monday to Friday: 08:30 – 17:00
• Shift work