Job Description

Branch Manager xe2x80x93Welkom Free State The above-mentioned vacancy is part of a national recruitment drive, which is subject to geographical availability. We are seeking suitably qualified Branch Managers to oversee all branch functions within the Lewis Group Stores (Lewis,
Beares and Best home and Electric Stores) Lewis Welkom. The ideal candidate needs to take ownership of all branch activities, lead a profitable, and sustainable business unit which contributes to the overall success of the organization. Ideal candidates would have solid experience running a store and would have had exposure to managing profit and growth targets within the retail environment. The role is responsible to communicate and drive daily operations of the branch and ensure its alignment to company goals. The role would drive all people related issues, customer service, sales, stock and credit management within the branch. Responsibilities:

• Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch employees xe2x80x93 thereby retaining a stable team who is able to deliver business goals.
• Drive sales targets and manage operational efficiencies in order to maintain a healthy, profitable business.
• Ensure excellent customer service by playing an active role in customer contact situations xe2x80x93 thereby ensuring and maintaining healthy customer relationships.
• Manage as well as control financial targets within company accepted norms and balance this against business risk.
• Maintain and improve customer service, sales performance, stock efficiencies and manage business risk related to credit.
• Ensure Stock loss is minimized through compliance with security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
• Ensure administrative duties within the store are in accordance with company guidelines. (NCA & FAIS)
• Guide, manage and verify operations within the Branch to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory legislations.
• People Management xe2x80x93 training, mentoring, coaching and management of staff within the store.

Requirements:

• A valid driverxe2x80x99s license.
• A Matric/Grade 12 educational qualification.
• Business related tertiary qualification would be an advantage.
• Minimum 3 years Retail Management Experience preferably in the furniture retail.
• Computer Literate.
• Strong Leadership abilities
• Management abilities xe2x80x93 Manage lead motivate develop and empower branch staff.

We require a tough-minded individual who is target driven, thrives on driving performance and is able to juggle customer service with working in a high-pressure sales environment. Closing date: 22 November 2023
Candidate who meets the requirements are invited e-mail their CV application to JohannesR@lewisgroup.co.za
Please use xe2x80x9cBranch Manager (Welkom)xe2x80x9d as reference in the subject of the email when applying. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Companyxe2x80x99s Employment Equity Requirements Job Type: Full-time Salary: R10,500.00 - R12,500.00 per month