Store Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic & Financial Management: Develop and implement comprehensive plans to achieve retail chain targets. Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and vendors.
• Inventory & Stock Control: Manage stock turnover using FIFO (First-In-First-Out) principles. Identify low-stock, obsolete, and slow-moving items to take appropriate action. Update the computer system with all stock movements and oversee the receipt and stacking of goods according to layout standards.
• Procurement: Procure high-quality goods while maintaining transparency and adhering to ethical practices.
• Team Leadership: Lead and support the retail team, managing grievances, performance, and leave schedules while providing professional guidance.
• Auditing & Reporting: Participate in regular stocktaking exercises (monthly, quarterly, and annual), address variance queries, and maintain up-to-date records. Analyze category and brand performance on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Market & Customer Analysis: Analyze consumer behavior and preferences. Stay updated on industry trends, emerging marketing technologies, and best practices.
• Brand & Compliance: Enhance brand visibility through awareness campaigns. Ensure the store complies with all regulations and that all operating licenses are kept current.
• Safety & Security: Maintain strict safety and security protocols for the store and its merchandise.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in Retail Management.
• Demonstrated expertise in ethical and transparent procurement processes.
• Knowledge of the SAGE system or similar retail management software is a distinct advantage.

Key Competencies

• Expertise in merchandise presentation standards.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Results-driven mindset with high integrity.
• Adaptability and agility within a fast-paced retail environment.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@emergeegressconsulting.com. Please use the position title as the subject of the email.