Overview
Area Manager/Clothing at PnP Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Pick n Pay
Position: Area Manager (Clothing) at PnP
Introduction
The position is located in Western Cape Garden Route.
As the Area Manager, you will lead and inspire a team of store managers across multiple locations, ensuring that every store operates at its best. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving store performance by championing high standards, overseeing key HR functions, and leading impactful promotional campaigns. Your expertise in finance and administration will keep operations running smoothly, while your focus on store maintenance ensures a top-tier customer experience.
You’ll monitor and elevate store and department performance, aligning with company goals to boost sales, service, and operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact across your region and help shape the future of our stores.
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead and support a team of managers and Crew in the Flagship store.
Implement strategies to drive business performance to achieve targets.
Ensure operational efficiency and adherence to company policies.
Analyze performance metrics and create actionable plans for improvement.
Recruit and manage staff.
Manage stocktake planning and processes.
Manage disciplinary action and ER cases.
Ensure Admin, Trade, and people checks are in line with business standards.
Foster a positive and productive work environment.
Ensure Visual merchandise standards are adhered to in the store.
Monitor staff appearance.
Monitor backup areas.
Monitor new lines available and merchandise according to dispatch guidelines.
Monitor total range display.
Monitor store/department housekeeping standards.
Monitor customer service standards adhered to.
Identify staff training needs and coach Crew.
Communicate expected standards and processes to the Manager/Crew.
Provide on-the-job knowledge, skills, and expertise to Managers/Crew/Supervisors.
Approve store Kronos schedules.
Monitor store overtime costs.
Ensure promotion and display standards are adhered to.
Ensure general maintenance standards are adhered to and authorize any necessary actions.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Grade 12 (matric)/N3 equivalent/Clothing degree.
5 – 8 years experience as an Area Manager – ideally within the Clothing retail sector.
Knowledge of merchandising principles and fashion.
Strong leadership and team building skills.
Must be computer literate.
SAP knowledge is an added advantage – run/analyze and interpret reports.
Competencies
Customer-centric.
Strategic, innovative, and autonomous approach to problem solving.
Strong retail business acumen and trader mentality.
Strong and effective negotiation skills.
Decision-making skills.
Numerical, analytical, and interpretive ability.
Computer literacy.
Assertive and able to communicate effectively.
High attention to detail.
Align with Pick N Pay values.
Networking and relationship-building skills.
Self-motivated and own development-driven mindset.
Strong leadership and team building skills.
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Title: Area Manager/Clothing at PnP
Company: Pick n Pay
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Retail (Retail & Store Manager), Management (Retail & Store Manager)
