A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your applicationEMPLOYMENT TYPE : PermanentSECTOR : RetailBASIC SALARY : Market relatedSTART DATE : A.S.A.P / ImmediateREQUIREMENTS:Matric5+ years of Sales Experience as well as solid homeware retail product experience2+ years in an Assistant Manager/Manager roleValid Drivers LicenseAble to maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendanceHigh energy levels and strong focus DUTIES:Maximize sales and control expensesStock control and stock take weeklyComplete store operational requirements by:Scheduling and assigning employeesFollowing up on work resultsMaintain store staff by recruiting, selecting, orientating and training employeesMaintain store staff results by coaching, counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring and appraising job resultsPrepare annual budget; schedule expenditures; analyze variances; initiate corrective actionsIdentify current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirementsEnsure availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventoriesSecure merchandise by monitoring security systems and measuresProtect employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environmentMaintain the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirementsSet up effective marketing displays for the sales floor and store windowsManage all controllable costs to keep operations profitableAnalyze sales figures and forecast future salesAnalyze and interpret trends to facilitate planningRespond to customer complaints and commentsMaintain awareness of market trends in the retail industry, understanding forthcoming customer initiatives and monitoring what local competitors are doingMaintain compliance with all company policies and proceduresAny other duties as and when may be required by SupervisorHOURS:Monday to Friday: 08:00 16:30 or Monday to Friday: 08:30 17:00Shift work