Job Description

An exciting opportunity has become available at Dunns within the Operations department, for a Area Sales Manager.
The Area Sales Manager is responsible for the effective execution of superior customer service by achieving optimum turnover results and customer service through merchandise presentation, staff motivation and development that is customer focused.
The successful applicant will also need to have a successful track record in Regional/Area Manager experience and enable Dunns to maintain and grow the portfolio in accordance with company strategies.
Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Tertiary qualification will be an advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 3 Years' experience in Multi-store Operations
• Valid driver's license with extensive travel
• Customer service orientation
• Strong leadership and managerial skills / Ability to develop subordinates
• Ability to plan, organize and control effectively
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of budget control / Ability to analyze business reports
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with people on all levels
• Negotiation Skills
• Tolerance for stress
• Self-Management
• Planning ability
• High level of integrity / Initiative

Key Responsibilities

• Achievement of sales and profit budgets by the effective ongoing management of resources
• Protection of all assets (stock, cash, physical assets, staff and customers) through effective implementation of company policies and procedures
• Evaluate performance in the achievement of budgets and take action where necessary
• Pro-actively influence stockholding and monitor rates of sales within region to ensure correct merchandise mix
• Ensure store layouts within region are in line with company standards
• Customer service
• Ensure merchandise opportunities are maximized through management of inventory
• Ensure correct company administration procedures in respect of stock, mark-downs, lay bys
• Ensure effective merchandise replenishment
• Knowledge of competitive business
• People management
• People administration
• Performance Management
• Recruit, develop, guide staff to ensure customer friendly and efficient environment
• Process management

Skills Required