
Position: Store Manager
Location: BUCO Gansbaai, Gansbaai
Reference Number: 808621890110
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
Key Responsibilities
- Manage Profitability:
- Ensure continuity, growth, and profitability of the store by managing costs and maximizing sales turnover and returns.
- Identify new business opportunities, take calculated risks, and generate innovative ideas for implementation.
- Planning and Budgeting:
- Collaborate with the Operations Executive and Regional Operations Manager to align the store’s Operating Plan with business objectives.
- Procurement, Stock Control, and Merchandising:
- Oversee the inward logistics to ensure smooth operations.
- Purchase products according to company procurement policies and maintain optimal stock levels.
- Minimize stock losses through effective stock control.
- Financial Management:
- Compile and adhere to the store’s budget in line with operating plans.
- Monitor and control all financial processes as per best practices and company procedures.
- Customer Service:
- Handle customer complaints effectively and ensure resolution.
- Coordinate promotions, advertising, and public relations to enhance brand market share.
- Day-to-Day Operations:
- Oversee daily operations, administration, sales, customer service, and employee management.
- Operational Analysis:
- Analyze operational data to identify problem areas and successes.
- Enhance successes and resolve problems with support from the Operations Management Team.
- People Management:
- Inspire, guide, develop, and manage employees to achieve store objectives.
- Maintain a harmonious labor environment by applying company policies and procedures.
- Legislative Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure legal compliance with applicable legislation.
- Take appropriate action for all legal matters.
- Company Values and Culture:
- Uphold and promote company values and culture throughout all operations.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent experience.
- Financial or Management diploma.
Experience:
- 5-10 years’ experience in the retail sector.
- Minimum 3 years in a junior-mid level management role.
- Previous industry-related experience is preferred.
Skills:
- Financial acumen.
- Inwards and outwards logistics/procurement.
- Merchandising principles.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act is preferred.
Work Level
- Management
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced managers to lead a team and drive the success of a dynamic retail store.
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