Job Description

• Manage and oversee the day to day running of the Branch operation in its totality.
• Direct all operational aspects including distribution operations, warehousing, transport, customer service, human resources, administration and sales etc.
• Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective sales opportunities.
• Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans.
• Manage budget and allocate funds appropriately.
• Locate areas of improvement and propose corrective actions that meet challenges and leverage growth opportunities.
• Network to improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company.
• Stay abreast of competing markets and provide reports on market movement.
• Responsible to manage staff, control branch debtors, ensure proper stock management and foster a positive environment within the branch so as to ensure customer satisfaction and hence a successful branch operation.
• Need to have a hands-on approach and will be committed to the expansion and success of the business by implementing strategies that increase productivity and enable sales targets achievement.
• Developing and maintaining key accounts.
• Identify new markets and products.
• Maintain stock integrity and assess and monitor stock levels.
• Support in achieving sales budget and targets.
• Must be able to effectively delegate some responsibilities to key staff.
• Manage the process and hold them responsible.
• Must be able to plan, execute and manage the stocktake process to deliver the required results.
• Must be able to read, understand and report on all management reports.
• Must be able to enforce discipline at all times as per the IR Process and Policy.

• Achievement of Sales / Margins / OPEX.
• Ensure that Branch debtors are properly managed and monies owing by Customers / Suppliers are collected.
• Ensure that adequate stock is carried so as to service the customers.
• Address all redundant and slow-moving stock so as to ensure that this is kept to an absolute minimum.
• Identify and implement innovative and creative ways to sell this stock.
• Ensure that the stock is secure and that all efforts are made to alleviate any stock losses at the Branch.
• Build, motivate and maintain a strong team to support the objectives of the Branch.

• Syspro experience required.
• Experience and knowledge of Steel & plate, Hardware, including Industrial Hardware as well as Fluid Control (Pipes, Fittings, Valves, Flanges, Pumps, Irrigation).
• Retail Sales as well as Branch Managers experience required.
• Needs to be able to manage all aspects of the Branch.
• Understanding of Retail processes and procedures.
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Must at least have 3 years experience in a Management position.
• Must at least have 2 years experience in Retail and Floor Sales.
• Strong Managerial skills required.
• Must be able to work in a pressurized environment.
• Must have a strong personality and be able to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Must have knowledge about the following: Sales Management, Procurement Management, Inventory Management, Personnel Management, Account Payable and Receivable, Warehouse Management, Fleet Management, Income Statement Management, Internal Policies and Procedures Management, Cash Management.
• Must be Computer Literate.