Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The primary focus of the Store Manager position would be to maintain top standards in all areas of responsibility:- customer service, the achievement of sales targets and quality standards on the sales floor, shrinkage and cost control, day-to-day store administration, stock image, visual merchandising, the pro-active management, people management, motivation and training and development of your team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Optimize the sales of the store through the effective implementation of business processes. Generate and exceed sales budget and growth. Optimize profit through the effective management of costs. (To manage cost within budget) Ensure professional HR practices in staffing and talent processes. Effective stock management in your store. Exceed customer expectations. Ensure subordinate effectiveness through effective leadership and clear communication and
management of job performance.


Adhere to Company policies and procedures. Ensure a climate of productivity and positive morale by living the Company values. Manage your store according to the business plan to ensure optimal brand and store image representation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Good communication skills


A focus on customer service


The capacity to maintain high store standards


A Proven ability to influence and lead a team


You will have a keen development orientation in that you will be inspired to develop yourself and fellow team members


Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal) and competence in a second official language would be a definite advantage


Matric or equivalent


Further qualifications related to retail / business will be an advantage.


To apply, please attache the below listed documents

Internal application form

CV (Including contactable references)

Certified copy of ID

Certified copies of certificates and/or qualifications

Please note: Should you not be contacted or liaised with four weeks after the closure of the advert, you have regretfully been unsuccessful.


Please note: In terms of the Ackermans policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to internal applicants who meet the competencies and minimum requirements for the position. Preference will also be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team and contribute to employment equity within the Company provided that the competencies and minimum requirements for the position have been met.