Purpose of the job:
The store manager is responsible- inter alia- for the attainment of operational objectives.
To oversee the financial well-being of the store and handle all associated reporting.
Functions / Responsibilities:
• Effectively manage the sales, margin mix, store budget and monitor P&L
• Control and Limit expenses
• Manage cash flow and working capital in the store, manage customer credit and debtors
• Manage and facilitate the in-store buying process including but not limited to developing and executing the stores pricing strategy
• Negotiate KM and commodities with suppliers and attain the best prices
• Ensure profitable closure of deals or goods sold and increase sales as per targets
• Regularly conduct a competitor analysis to ensure competitiveness
• Implement and maintain systems to ensure that Finance Administration is efficiently implemented in the store in
line with applicable policies and procedures
• Monitor and ensure that all relevant data is correct and sent to relevant stakeholders timeously
• Effectively manage a category of top customers through analysis i.e. growth vs trends, inflation and GMROM
• Develop and execute a clear category strategy, contribution and margins
• Plan and implement business goals in the stores effectively according to set timelines
• Plan, execute and monitor store targets against set targets for the financial year
• Ensure adequate staffing according to company recruitment policy and procedure
• Ensure that floor standard are at the required standard as per company policy and procedures and or directive from Regional Operations Manager
• Ensure that merchandising and space layouts are of the required standard
• Effectively manage shrinkage and stock levels in the store according to company processes and procedures as well as due attention to the safety standards
• Execute and monitor store promotions
• Build and maintain effective relationships with Central Service staff, suppliers and customers to ensure sustainability in the business
• Regularly conduct a customer analysis to maintain and grow customer base this includes obtaining a good knowledge of customer’s store, size, location, range, ‘catchment areas’ etc.
• Ensure that staff is performance managed, appraised and developed
• Monitor staff attendance to ensure optimum productivity
• Advise and coach line managers in the need and effective use of a performance management system
• Minimize shrinkage and breakages
• Ensure that your team members know, understand and adhere to company rules and procedures. Investigate and/ or Report suspicious occurrences or people to Risk Department
• Ensure that staff is trained and developed on all relevant safety procedures as per OHS Act in liaison with L&D Team
• All incidents are reported to the risk team
• Promote harmony and teamwork
• Promote the sharing of knowledge through informal and formal channels
• Apply knowledge of the organisational systems, structures, policies and procedures to achieve strategic objectives
• Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained
• Plan and prioritise, demonstrating abilities to manage competing demands
• Communicate effectively, maintaining relationships
Requirements:
• Relevant tertiary education in Administration, Finance related and or related field; and at least 7-10 years’ experience in a FEACG environment or in a related role.
• Must be computer literate, Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills,
• knowledge of ARCH will be added advantage
Personal Attributes:
• Sound knowledge of site environments and workflow requirements
• Sound knowledge of all related Policies and Procedures
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic and changing environment
• Ability to work under pressure and be deadline focused;
• Good interpersonal Ails to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Must show a willingness to learn and work in a team environment
• A dean, Open, Honest and trustworthy personality
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Must be in possession of a valid manual driver’s license
If you don’t hear from us within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful.
Application closing date: 17th June 2020
Contactperson for further information about this vacancy/forwarding of application
Name: Thando Banda
E-mail: [email protected]
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