Store Manager; Internal

Store Manager(Internal Applications Only) About the job Store Manager(Internal Applications Only)
Description:

Protect and grow profitable market share within a Store in accordance to the Store, Division and Company strategy.

• Grade 12 with at least 3 (three) years related retail management experience or 5 (five) years related retail management experience
• Must have well developed business acumen
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must have computer literate (Basic computer literacy)
• Must have strong leadership skills
• Must have strong administrative skills
• Own transport is preferable with valid drivers licence
• Must have own cell phone
• Must have sound knowledge of Health and Safety aspects in line with local (OHSA) and / or neighbouring Countries legislation
• Must have strong Human Resources Management skills

• Develop, implement and manage a strategic plan for the Store ensuring it is aligned with the overall Divisional strategy and strategic initiatives

• Grow transactions, sales and market share in store as defined in the budget
• Achieve sales budgets and growth objectives
• Manage and promote the customer loyalty programmes and 3rdparty credit
• Develop action plans to protect the markets where competitors are entering the markets.
• Ensure Store Business plans are implemented and updated when required

• Manage the implementation and monitoring of the Customer Service strategy in the store
• Ensure an effective Delivery Service is maintained within the store as per company policy
• Grow and maintain VIC and charge card client base
• Recommend Range improvements to suite the market

• Manage and control shrinkage within the Store as per policy
• Protect Assets (Cash, Stock and Fixed)
• Managing Debtors within the Store
• Analyze security requirements and recommend changes in the Store.
• Ensure physical security measures in the store are implemented and maintained.

• Ensure that all relevant Trade Licenses are up to date and renewed timeously, where applicable

• Manage manpower requirements in line with the Company and Division strategy
• Ensure Succession Planning & Career pathing is in place within the store
• Ensure open communication / relations with the Store Employee Forum and staff.
• Ensure training & Development is in place for the store.
• Manage Employee Relations within the store

• Conduct daily floor walks
• Ensure implementation of agreed Action Plans (PIP's) where necessary
• Monitor adherence of Company standard compliance in the Store
• Ensure maintenance of housekeeping standards
• Ensure merchandising policies and standards are adhered to
• Ensure ready for business is implemented within the stores
• Ensure lighting, store and racking is maintained in good condition

• Ensure stock is ordered and received as per policy
• Ensure that damage stock is cleared as per policy
• Implement Obsolete / deranged stock action plans as per policy
• Manage the slow moving stock as per policy
• Implement excess stock action plans as per policy

• Manage Safety aspects in line with local (OHSA) and/or neighbouring Countries legislation:
• Ensure all required checklists are completed
• Ensure appointment of all OHSA representatives for the store as per OHSA Act or if required as per relevant country legislation
• Investigate, report and manage OHSA Incidents

• Manage the Store to the Financial Model and benchmarks
• Maintenance of expenses in line with budget within the store

• Report all incidents to the relevant insurer.
• Liaison with relevant insurer on the claim particulars and validity of the claim
• Submission of…