Job Description

Job Category: Stores
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About the Brand/Division:
We are G-Star
We see no limits to what denim can do.
For us, it's not a fabric. It is the beginning of an idea. The 'Art of Denim' is the philosophy behind our relentless pursuit to push boundaries.
It inspires us to explore and to invest beyond fashion into the world of art and culture. Always following our own path. Setting a new standard for denim design, as a force of progress and innovation, for people and the planet.
Our audience are:
Men and Women with an appetite for excitement, balanced by a sense of consciousness and with a touch of optimism.
Our Characteristics:
Active
Expressive
Self-confident
Ambitious
Key Responsibilities:
Drive performance through the store KPI's (e.g. turnover, rewards, new accounts, visuals. Etc.).
Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard
Driving turnover to ensure achievement of targets
Ensures the team executes operational excellence through a customer-centric mind set.
Generating high levels of motivation and commitment within the store.
Ensure store staff implement merchandising strategy and standards
Managing team schedule effectively
Staff training and development
People management, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management
Controlling expenses
Allocate time effectively; handle multiple tasks and completing priorities.
Manage risk within the store
Qualifications and Experience:
A Grade 12 qualification
A relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous
Must have 3 years Store Management experience
Must have experience in driving sales to increase store profit
Excellent customer service orientation
Skills:

• Ability to adapt to different customers and situations
• A high sense of urgency with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational, administration and planning skills
• The ability to take initiative
• A high level of attention to detail
• Figure and admin orientated
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate the unique value of G-Star's premium apparel.
• A passion for denim and an understanding of its potential beyond conventional fashion
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team to achieve common goals
• Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.

Behaviours:

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
• Develops Talent - identifies, nurtures, and supports the growth of individuals within the organisation
• Directs work - effectively plans, organises and directs the activities of individuals or teams to achieve desired outcomes
• Drives Engagement - inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Skills Required