Job OverviewWe are looking for a self-motivated individual with proven retail management experience and the ability to work within a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. This focused and experienced retail professional must share our commitment to fashion, quality, and customer service excellence and will assist in maximizing turnover and profits; controlling expenses within budget and improving the visual appeal and customer service of all stores based in Limpopo.Duties & ResponsibilitiesSales Operations through effective leadership.Ensure that the Management team is empowered to meet and exceed relevant sales targets.Ensure that the Management team implements administrative duties to drive sales, including markdowns, promotions, and effective merchandising.Keep the management team motivated to ensure staff morale within the region is at its optimum level.Focus on trends, opportunities, and patterns relating to sales within the industry.Keep up to date with competitor service offerings and industry developments.Ensure regional expansion by continuously adding to the store complement within your region/area.Source potential new stores within the region, conducting viewings, and reviewing new stores.Ensure that Area Managers are equipped to drive sales within the region.Act as a bridge of communication between Head Office and the Operations Team within the region.Ensure that Area Managers are constantly motivated to maintain optimum performance levels.Provide business leadership by upskilling Area Managers in all aspects, from increasing sales to ensuring administrative functions are diligently carried out.Ensure that relevant H.R. functions, including Disciplinary Hearings, CCMA, Recruitment, Training, and Development, are efficiently carried out.Administrative Management.Empower Area Managers to ensure administrative functions are efficiently executed.Constantly monitor Area Managers regarding Key Controls, Rosters, Marketing, Merchandising, Reporting, Stock Counts, and Discipline Measures.Maintain absolute control of stock losses to ensure compliance with Company standards and effectively manage Area Managers to ensure compliance.Desired Experience & QualificationsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to continuously motivate.Ability to demonstrate sales coaching and general management of staff.A track record of sound people management skills within the apparel retail sector.Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills, adaptable to meet industrial requirements.Good relationship-building skills.Honesty and integrity.3 years of managerial experience within the apparel retail sector.Tertiary qualification advantageous.Package & RemunerationR25,000 – R30,000 per month + Car Allowance/Commission/Incentives.
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