Area Manager
Headhunters (Head Office)
Nơi làm việc
Mthatha
Hình thức tuyển dụng
Toàn thời gian
Chi tiết công việc
Our client in the Retail Industry based in Mthatha is currently looking to employ an Area Manager.
An awesome career opportunity awaits!
Requirements:
• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Post Matric qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Clothing retail experience is a requisite.
• A proven ability to manage staff and ensure maximum productivity.
• Valid Driver’s License – Code 8 unendorsed.
• Computer literate: Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities:
Asset Management
• Responsible for the branch as a whole, ensuring that the outside of the store is kept neat and tidy and that inside fixtures and fittings are accounted for and maintained.
• Co-ordination of janitorial and repair services.
Stock Control
• Is responsible for all stock and will be held accountable for all overages and shortages.
• 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 sale displays.
• 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 maximum sales opportunities are exploited.
• Achieve and exceed store sales targets.
• Actively participate in promotions, stay up to date with current advertising and provide sales leadership to staff.
• Stay current with products, marketing, and pricing of area retailers with similar products.
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 when handling all store cash. Check and verify these documents daily.
• Manage controllable expenses as this directly affects the profitability of the branch.
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 enforce disciplinary 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 security procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Monitor security staff and make sure that they are alert and performing their duties to the maximum.
Customer Service
• Must possess strong customer service and communication skills and the ability to 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.
Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.
Desired Skills:
• Area Manager
• Management
• Retail
• MS Office
• Marketing
• Sales
• Administration
