Area Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa - Recruitment Matters (Pty) Ltd

Thabo Mthembu

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Our client is looking for a self-motivated individual with proven retail management experience and the ability to work within a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

This focused and experienced retail professional, must share our client's commitment to fashion, quality and customer service excellence and will assist in maximizing turnover and profits; controlling expenses within budget and improving the visual appeal and customer service of all stores based in his/her area.

The incumbent will be responsible for managing and meeting KPI's in 6-8 stores. The areas under this portfolio fall under the Namibia (Windhoek) Region.


Responsibilities:


  • Manage multiple locations within a specified region, ensuring that all operations are in compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Travelling to towns outside of Cape Town might be required in this role
  • Develop and implement strategies to achieve operational and financial goals.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to managers and employees, ensuring that they are welltrained and motivated to achieve their objectives.
  • Monitor and analyse financial reports, including sales, expenses, and profitability, and take corrective action as needed.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and vendors.
  • Conduct regular site visits to ensure that all locations are meeting performance expectations.
  • Ensure that all facilities are maintained to company standards.
  • Manage and resolve employee and customer issues as they arise with emotional intelligence.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and human resources, to ensure that all locations are aligned with company goals and values.
  • Participate in the recruitment and selection of new employees.

Key Skills:


  • Must be computer literate in Microsoft office (excel, word, Outlook etc).
  • Energetic, selfmotivated and resilient with a flair for fashion.
  • Excellent verbal and written communicate skills.
  • Excellent management and IR skills.
  • Knowledge of merchandising principles and fashion &; customer centric.

Qualifications:


  • Matric (a business related qualification will be an advantage).
  • Previous experience as an Area Manager of multiple stores.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

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