Job Title: Area Manager – Clothing RetailLocation: Eastern CapeEmployment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Area Manager to join our clothing company in the Eastern Cape. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clothing retail management, with a passion for driving store performance and maintaining high standards across multiple locations. This role requires someone who is proactive, results-driven, and ready to take on a dynamic leadership position.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage the performance of multiple stores within the Eastern Cape region.
Drive sales and profitability, ensuring targets are met and exceeded across all stores.
Train, develop, and support store managers and their teams, ensuring high standards of customer service and store operations.
Analyze sales reports to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards in all stores.
Plan and conduct regular store visits, providing feedback and guidance to improve store performance.
Implement and monitor merchandising strategies to align with company goals and market trends.
Manage stock levels and inventory, ensuring product availability while minimizing excess stock.
Requirements:
3+ years of experience as an Area Manager in the clothing retail industry (this is non-negotiable).
Proven track record of driving sales growth and improving store performance.
Must come from a clothing retail background; other retail experience will not be considered.
Willingness to travel frequently across the Eastern Cape region.
Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle are essential.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
Analytical skills for interpreting sales data and implementing strategies for improvement.
Important:
Please do not apply if you do not meet all the above requirements. We are looking for candidates with a solid clothing retail background who understand the specific challenges and demands of this sector.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R15000,00 - R17000,00 per month
Application Question(s):
Are you currently an area manager? If so how many years experience do you have?
Are you currently working as an area manager within clothing retail?
Do you have your license and own vehicle?
Location:
Mthatha, Eastern Cape (Required)
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