Time left to apply End Date: January 4, 2025 (11 days left to apply)
Job requisition id JR102154
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We are looking for a Retail Area Manager in KZN / surrounding area.
You’ll lead a talented team, optimize processes, and drive growth while maintaining exceptional standards of service and performance.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (matric)/N3 equivalent/Clothing degree
- 5 - 8 years experience as an Area Manager - ideally within the Clothing retail sector
- Knowledge of merchandising principles and fashion
- Strong leadership and team building skills
- Must be computer literate
- SAP knowledge is an added advantage – run/analyze and interpret reports.
Competencies
- Customer-centric
- Strategic, innovative, and autonomous approach to problem solving
- Strong retail business acumen and trader mentality
- Strong and effective negotiation skills
- Decision-making skills
- Numerical, analytical and interpretive ability
- Computer literacy
- Assertive and able to communicate effectively
- High attention to detail
- Align with Pick N Pay values
- Networking and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated and own development-driven mindset
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of managers and Crew in the Flagship store.
- Implement strategies to drive business performance to achieve targets.
- Ensure operational efficiency and adherence to company policies.
- Analyze performance metrics and create actionable plans for improvement.
- Recruiting and managing staff.
- Managing stocktake planning and process.
- Managing of disciplinary action and ER cases.
- Ensuring Admin, Trade and people checks are in line with business standards.
- Foster a positive and productive work environment.
- Ensure Visual merchandise standards are adhered to in the store.
- Monitor staff appearance and backup areas.
- Monitor new lines available and merchandise according to dispatch guidelines.
- Monitor total range display and store/department housekeeping standards.
- Monitor customer service standards adhered to.
- Identify staff training needs and coach Crew.
- Communicate expected standards and processes to the Manager/Crew.
- Provide on-the-job knowledge skills and expertise to Managers/Crew/Supervisors.
- Approve store Kronos schedules and monitor store overtime costs.
- Ensure promotion and display standards are adhered to.
- Ensure general maintenance standards are adhered to.
Closing date: 03 January 2025
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
About Us
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
Our values are deeply embedded in our culture and guide our actions:
- Passion for our Customers
- Respect and Care
- Personal Growth and Opportunity
- Leadership and Innovation
- Honesty and Integrity
- Community Support
- Individual Responsibility
- Accountability
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.
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