Overview
Retail Area Manager/Gauteng Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Southey Contracting
Position: Retail Area Manager (Gauteng)
Purpose:
As an Area Manager responsible for operations and compliance, you play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless functioning of multiple retail stores within your designated area. Your comprehensive skill set covers various aspects, from overseeing
sales performance
to upholding compliance standards and optimizing operational efficiency. Here’s a closer look at your key responsibilities:
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Sales Strategy and Performance Monitoring:
Strategically monitor the
sales performance
of all stores within your area. Analyze weekly and monthly sales reports to identify trends and opportunities. Collaborate with store managers to develop action plans for achieving targets. Implement effective sales strategies to enhance revenue and meet objectives. Workforce Planning and HR Support:
Develop staffing schedules that align with budgetary considerations and demand fluctuations. Provide support to store managers in HR-related matters, including recruitment, scheduling and discipline. Foster a
positive work environment
by promoting
employee development
and engagement. Operational Excellence:
Act as a point of contact for store managers in handling operational challenges and resolving issues promptly. Ensure that stores operate in compliance with company policies, protocols, and guidelines. Oversee store maintenance activities, escalating critical issues for timely resolution. Compliance and Auditing:
Conduct compliance assessments of stores, particularly focusing on banking, cash management, and cash-based activities. Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure thorough and clear DOL (Department of Labor) store audits. Uphold Health &
Safety protocols
to ensure the well-being of both employees and customers. Brand Consistency:
Maintain a consistent and distinctive Brand look and feel across all stores. Collaborate with Visual Managers to ensure that the brand’s
visual merchandising
guidelines are adhered to. Industry Awareness and Adaptation:
Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements in retail management. Adapt strategies to align with changing market conditions and consumer preferences.
Minimum requirements:
3 – 5 years as Retail Manager Store process and other
process improvement
and implementation
Project Management
Dealing with IR matters Workforce scheduling Health and Safety at store level Compliance audits Relevant Diploma or Degree.
Title: Retail Area Manager/Gauteng
Company: Southey Contracting
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Retail (Retail & Store Manager), Management (Retail & Store Manager)
