Area Manager Mthatha
Abantu Staffing Solutions
Localização do trabalho
Noxova
Status de emprego
Tempo total
Detalhes sobre a oferta de trabalho
Purpose of the Job
• The Area Manager is responsible for all operations in his/herbusiness unit.
• Assists the Operations Manager to makecareful considerations of all aspects in the business unit beforemaking a business decision.
• Responsible (with the Operations Manager)for business unit goals, decisions, plans, implementation andevaluation of performance.
Asset Management
• Responsible for the branch as a whole, ensuring that the outside of the store iskept neat and tidy and that inside fixtures and fittings are
• accounted for andmaintained
Co-ordination of janitorial and repair services.
Stock Control
• Responsible for all stock and will be held accountable for all overages andshortages.
• Should ensure control of inventory.
• Prepare requisitions to replenish stock. Identify and report on slow selling items.
• Stock loss action plan
Merchandising
• Manage the quality and quantity aspects of the merchandise assortments.
• Co-ordinate the layout of shelves and merchandise of seasonal and saledisplays.
• Identify new ways of promoting merchandise.
• Ensure required housekeeping standards at all times.
• Ensure that there is an equal standard throughout the stores.
Marketing and Sales
• Manage the implementation of all marketing promotions to ensure maximumsales opportunities are exploited.
• Achieve and exceed store sales targets.
• Actively participate in promotions, stay up to date with current advertising andprovide sales leadership to staff.
• Stay current with products, marketing and pricing of area retailers with similarproducts.
Admin and Cash
• Ensure that the standard of administration and procedures in store are met.
• Make certain that business direction and strategies are followed.
• Ensure that the responsible persons are following proper procedures whenhandling all store cash. Check and verify these documents daily.
• Manage controllable expenses as this directly affects the profitability of thebranch.
Management of Staff
• Assign employees to specific duties.
• Encourage, assist and train employees to become a motivated sales force.
• Manage performance and development of staff
• Ensure that all procedures and policies are being followed and enforcedisciplinary action when necessary.
• Determine when extra temporary staff is needed and recruit same.
Security
• Manage the security in all aspects of the business and ensure that securityprocedures are strictly adhered to.
• Monitor security staff and make sure that they are alert and performing theirduties to the maximum.
Customer Service
• Must possess strong customer service and communication skills and the abilityto apply a friendly and enthusiastic manner on a daily basis.
• Train staff in customer service.
• Assist customers with enquiries and complaints.
• Continuously satisfy customer needs and attract clientele.
Requirements:
• Operations Management diploma/degree or relevant/related Retail NQF5/diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Clothing Retail operations environment asa Manager or Store Manager.
• Valid code 8 drivers licence – endorsed
• Willingness to travel
Desired Skills:
• Cashups
• Customer Service
• Retail Management
• Retail Merchandiser
• Sales Management
