Vacancy: Store Manager – Umtata, Eastern Cape

Indgro • Other • Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa • $400 - $500 / year • 1h ago

Vacancy: Store Manager – Umtata, Eastern Cape

Our Client, a leader in the Retail industry with branches in Durban and Cape Town, providing a wide range of products to their various stores, is seeking to appoint a committed, suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Store Manager for their Eastern Cape Region. The successful candidate will be based in the Umtata store in the Eastern Cape. Applicants must reside in the Eastern Cape area.

Duties & Responsibilities

To ensure the achievement of the store’s financial performance by driving and maximising sales, tracking daily targets, weekly and monthly sales plans and proactively taking appropriate action as required.
To efficiently manage and control all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully manage in-store execution of all visual merchandising, ensuring that in-store presentation and promotional standards are maintained and that the appearance of the store is in line with the company’s image.
To ensure competent and motivated employees through effective leadership and management.
To adequately schedule staff in line with the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To ensure all administrative responsibilities are attended to in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR and or Payroll.
To build and maintain sound working relationships with relevant stakeholders (Center Managers, Suppliers, DC’s) to ensure business objectives are achieved and opportunities are maximised.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Grade 12 (Twelve).
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
At least 3 (Three) years of experience in a similar role in a Retail or FMCG environment.
At least 3 (Three) years people management experience.
Detailed knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Detailed knowledge of the Labour Relations Act and BCOE Act.
Able to communicate clearly and concise in English.