Store Manager: East London - iKhokha

iKhokha

Verified Company

East London, South Africa

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Company Description

iKhokha is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Africa. As you'd expect, our pace is fast-moving and ever-changing. We like it that way.
Our office is a high performance environment where we thrive on pushing each other to challenge the status quo. If that doesn't appeal to you, you probably shouldn't work here.

Job Description:

A local in the retail sector of Buffalo City? We could be looking for you

iKhokha has an opening for a Store Manager based in
East London. Our brand new store will be opening in Paphos Park and we're looking for a passionate retail leader to manage it.

So, what will you do?

You will manage in-branch marketing activities, assisting in staff route planning for outbound initiatives, and create revenue-generating opportunities aligned with iKhokha' s goals.

You will take charge of P&L statements, effectively manage branch staff, and serve as a brand ambassador of the iK Tribe brand and culture within the branch.

You will contribute to community engagement efforts, evangelizing iKhokha to create a strong local brand presence.

In addition to the above, your key responsibilities will be:

People Management

Interview, recruit, and train new staff
Implement performance management processes to ensure that new staff thrive and targets are met
First level HR and IR skills

Asset Management

Responsible for instore stock management, monthly stock takes and cycle counting
Maintain asset register of instore equipment and of all branding materials
Basic understanding of POS systems for stock management

Reporting and Insights

Report back to internal stakeholders weekly/monthly on store performance
Share ad hoc survey results with necessary internal stakeholders
Feedback on general instore activity

Qualifications:

Completed Matric / Grade 1
Undergraduate Degree (Advantageous)

Deal Breakers:

3+ years of experience in a similar role
Proven track record of achieving and surpassing targets
Informal market retail operations experience with a strong focus on growth and inbranch retail dynamics
Demonstrate robust commercial skills, exceptional business acumen, and a proven ability to achieve targets in sales, marketing, and customer service, coupled with a profound understanding of key stakeholders within the area.
Excellent interpersonal and people management skills with proven ability to coach and energise direct reports in the branch environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to speak English, isiXhosa and isiZulu.
Requirements include a valid driver's license with own reliable transportation and a clear criminal and credit record

Additional Information

Perks of joining the Tribe?

Work in a highgrowth company with tangible results you're accountable for
Competitive remuneration and benefits, including Medical Aid and Group Risk scheme contributions
Be guided by visionary leadership
Seize the opportunity for study leave
Access to ondemand learning and development
Experience a friendly, collaborative culture with a team of allroundlekker humans (it's true, we surveyed our employees and they told us so)
If you find yourself at HQ, coffee on tap and a selection of hot beverages provided by our very own onsite Barista