The New Store Development Manager will report and operate under the direction of the General Manager and CEO with the following tasks and responsibilities:PURPOSEThe purpose of this position is to grow retail brand footprint by facilitating entry of new stores into the Brand and finding new business premises. This includes finding and launching existing stores and the development of new stores while driving the Brand regionally.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESManage and provide leadership to the regional team on any viable opportunities in the property market.Ensure that the Brand has a strong presence in the property development industry, and has an opportunity to find great sites.Evaluate prospective sites for the Brand on a Macro and Micro level.Present selected sites to the CEO and General Manager.Control the setup and/or relaunch of stores.Interview and evaluate suppliers, including cost analysis of the setting up.Coordinate and control the contractors during setup or revamp.Maintain total control of the project and keep all parties updated.Oversee the facilitation of Sale of existing stores.Provide leadership to the company in new business development, store development, and current retail management best operating practices to ensure the stores are sustainable, profitable, and competitive in the market.Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, Corporate identity, and related audits by the Department of Labour and legal governing bodies in all new and existing stores to be launched.Implement Best Operating Procedures (BOP) in retail operations in line with national standardized processes regarding development of new and revamped stores.Manage the corporate identity of the brand through ensuring and monitoring that the new regional stores are adhering to acceptable store standards, image, and design.COMPETENCIES REQUIREDNational Senior Certificate (Matric), pre-requisite.Relevant business-related tertiary qualification.Minimum 5 years' experience in the retail property development business.Extensive Project Management Experience.Thorough knowledge and understanding of local property and retail development market.Firm understanding of financial statements, particularly cash flow statements and financing options.Ability to undertake and interpret financial feasibility studies.Strong negotiating skills.Thorough knowledge of leasing and contracts.Ability to interpret demographic data.Highly motivated self-starter.High level of integrity.Ability to work independently.Minimum 5 years' experience specific to the building and hardware retail industry.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESHigh energy, self-starter, collaborative, attention to detail, exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, ability to handle pressure.Personal values: honesty, integrity, and reliability.Ability to listen, consult, motivate, encourage, and influence others.Skilled in conducting commercial negotiations, facilitating agreements, and managing conflict.Emotional maturity and resilience are essential.High level of computer literacy.Driver's Licence.
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