Job title : Store Manager (54811)
Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal,
Deadline : November 29, 2025
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Job Description
Our client, a leading national retail group, is seeking experienced Store Managers to oversee the daily operations of their high-performing retail outlets across the Midlands and North Coast. Each successful candidate will take responsibility for one key branch, and multiple positions are available across the regionKey Midlands branches are located in retail malls in Pietermaritzburg, Howick, and Hilton, while key North Coast branches can be found in retail malls in Ballito and UmdlotiThese roles are responsible for leading a team of approximately five high-performing Team Leads. To be considered, you must have at least five years of proven experience managing a similarly sized team within a retail, client-facing environment. Your background should include overseeing Team Leads who drive their teams to achieve sales targets across one or more of the following key product categories : food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, home care, or maintenanceThese positions are ideal for experienced Store Managers looking to join a group committed to career development, offering excellent opportunities for growth within management.The environment is fast-paced, dynamic, and performance-driven, providing the perfect platform for ambitious retail professionals to thrive and advance their careersDuties and Responsibilities
Stock and Inventory
End-to-end inventory management, including planning, ordering, daily stock levels, bi-annual stock takes, goods in transit, and ensuring physical stock aligns with the inventory ledger in SAPStock performance and loss control, overseeing shrinkage, out-of-stock management, dormant / negative stock investigations, GP variance resolution, and trend analysis to support operational planningDrive achievement of sales and profitability targets across health, beauty, and FMCG categoriesMerchandising
Implement visual merchandising and promotional strategies in line with brand guidelines ensuring promotions are effectively executedMaintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standardsPlan and implement shop merchandising, layout, and the customer traffic flow to maximise sales, customer satisfaction, appearance, and brand imageFinance
Manage store finances and profitability, including budgeting, fund allocation, financial record keeping, floats, banking, pricing, stock control and store expense management to meet business KPIs minimising overtime, casual spend, and price overridesEnsure transaction integrity throughout the branch by effective monitoring, implementation, and evaluation of adherence of company internal control proceduresManage financial controls, including cash levels and collections, daily run-end sign-offs, cashier productivity rates, and adherence to proceduresCustomer Services
Maintain exceptional customer service standards, resolving escalations promptly maintaining high satisfaction levels, and fostering strong customer relationshipsEnsure operational compliance, including staff adherence to policies, accurate processing of customer accounts, and effective management of loyalty and request systemsHuman Resources
Manage staff performance, development, and scheduling, fostering a high-performance culture, including monitoring, evaluating, and implementing development plans for all team membersOversee HR processes and administration, ensuring compliance with policies, workforce management systems, and accurate employee recordsLead, coach, and develop staff, providing training (including feedback) and mentoring to foster career progression opportunitiesTake total ownership of the workforce management system within the business units, including master data management and transactional managementAdhere to Health and Safety rules and regulationsAdhere to company uniform and personal appearance policyMinimum Requirements / Non-Negotiable
Must be a South African CitizenMatric (essential)You will need to pass an MIE check, no criminal record and clear credit ratingValid driver's license and own reliable transportMust have a minimum of 5 years' experience in managing a team of team leadsStrong operational understanding of the workings of a large retail operationStrong financial acumen with proven ability to manage budgets and operational costsExcellent leadership skills, problem-solving, and communication skillsFlexibility to work retail hours and travel as requiredAdvantageous Skills & Experience
Tertiary qualifications are highly advantageousExperience with Excel, SAP, Unisolv,SuccessFactors or similar retail systems is preferredRemuneration and Benefits
CTC package- candidates with strong and relevant experience will be offered a competitive, negotiable package to incentivise a moveComprehensive benefits, including medical aid and provident fund contributionsStaff discounts and performance-based incentivesSales / Retail / Business Development  jobs