BOOKSTORE MANAGER – Africa Personnel Services 78 views

For more information please dial +264 61 257 700 and ask for the recruiter: Christy

DESCRIPTION

We are offering you an opportunity to be part of our Client’s Namibian store. The suitable
candidate must be dynamic and motivated, with strong managerial skills and excellent book
knowledge. The applicant’s particular qualities will determine the position’s range and scope.

Outputs for the Job

 Ensuring the profitability of the store
 An ability to be proactive and become involved with the entire functioning of the shop
 Managing staff (providing leadership to enhance team effectiveness e.g. performance management,
training and development, recruitment, employment relations, etc.)
 Must be willing to become actively involved with IR issues if and when there is a need
 Must be able and willing to take on tasks and projects when needed e.g. Head Office initiatives etc.
 Liaising with Publishers/ Managing the front-of-store functions
 Building relationships with schools and Libraries in the area
 Cash control /General Administration /Stock Management
 Overseeing security and maintenance
 Implementing operating procedures / Asset management / System Integrity

REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge

 Previous supervisory experience
 MUST have Minimum 3yrs Book Store management
experience
 Store-related administration skills
 People management skills (i.e.performance management, IR, recruitment)
 Excellent book knowledge
 Knowledge of retail management principles
 Understanding of business and operational requirements
 Knowledge of book buying

Skills

 Complete Microsoft Office Suite
 Strong customer focus
 Ability to work under pressure
 Excellent communication skills
 Ability to work overtime when required
 Good decision-making skills and the ability to delegate
 Ability to handle conflict
 Ability to liaise at a senior level
 Proven ability to build and maintain relations with staff, Head Office, customers, suppliers, and schools

Attributes

 People orientated
 A retail-related qualification would be advantageous
 Organizational skills
 Attention to detail

Benefits

A compatible Basic salary depending on experience and qualifications
Quarterly incentive bonus based on store performance.
30% staff discount
24 annual leave days
Birthday leave – you are given a paid day off on your birthday.
Study leave – 10 days per annum