Store Manager (High End Retail)

Maximize sales and control expensesStock control and stock – take weeklyComplete store operational requirements by:Scheduling and assigning employees;following up on work resultsMaintain store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employeesMaintain store staff results by coaching, counselling 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 doing.Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.Any other duties as and when may be required by Supervisor.5 years sales experience2 years Asst manager/managerHigh end retailerSolid homeware retail product experienceVisual merchandising experienceLeading a team of 5+ employee's for 5+ years