Job Title : Area Manager Free State Bloemfontein
Sector Title : Retail Stores
Area : Bloemfontein
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Our client is searching for an Area Manager to manage their Free State retail outlets The successful candidate will be based in Bloemfontein
Overview
Manager is ultimately responsible for the day to day operations of the stores in his/her Area
The Area Manager is responsible for all operations in his/her business unit
The Area Manager helps the Operations Manager & Regional Manager make careful considerations of all aspects in the business unit before making a business decision
The Area manager is responsible for the business units in his /her area goals the decisions plans implementation and evaluation of performance thereof
Key Performance Areas
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
Coordination 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
Coordinate 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 stores 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 stores
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
Compiling evidence for Disciplinary hearings Initiating in disciplinary hearingstestifying at CCMA
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
Requirements
Matric Required
Post Matric qualification Diploma/Certificate will be an advantage
Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in similar role as an Area Manager
Needs to have Clothing Retail experience
Will only consider candidates with Store Manager/ Senior Store Manager experience if they have more than 5 years experience in a clothing retail store as a manager or managed multiple stores as a Store Manager We will take into account store size staff complement Store turnover Shrinkage
Valid Drivers License
Willingness to travel
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to use own initiative
Good attention to detail
Good communication skills
A proven ability to manage staff and ensure maximum productivity
Salary Market related based on experience
Please forward updated resume in MS Word with your application Note if no correspondence is received within 6 weeks of your application please consider your application as unsuccessful