Introduction: The main purpose of the job is to be responsible for assisting the Store Manager to run the store or a large division of the operations of the Store. Description: Coordinate the purchasing of stock Co-ordinating the purchasing of all stock for the business Supply/Operations Management Ensuring that only approved suppliers are utilized Identifying, acquiring, and managing resources and suppliers that are essential to the operations of the Organization Responsible for Cost control, the efficient allocation of resources, risk management, and the effective gathering of information for business decisions. Stock Level control Ensuring that predetermined stock level is not exceeded Stock Management Minimize stock outs Monitoring and managing purchase restrictions in the system to control buying Drawing up and maintaining a store map in accordance with the standards laid out in the manual Maintaining and updating the Inventory Management Manual and ensuring staff are informed and have easy access to it. Control dead and surplus stock Ensuring stock file integrity by investigating and correcting all stock anomalies Controlling and rectifying negative stocks Manage Stock Control function, GRN function, Receiving and Procurement Coordinate and monitor production Coordinate and monitor the work of various departments involved in production, warehousing, pricing and distribution of goods. Monitor performance and implement improvements. Ensure quality of products. Manage quality and quantity of employee productivity. Manage maintenance of equipment and machinery. Provide technical support where necessary. Requirements: Grade 12 A good understanding of the business Make and maintain good customer and people relationships Must be able to plan and schedule their own work and employees work Must have 5 - 10 years in a retail / operations environment Relevant system knowledge
