Area Manager (Clothing Retail), Bloemfontein

SUMMARY:

We are seeking an Area Manager (Clothing Retail) for a permanent role based in Bloemfontein, Free State

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 with Operations Management Diploma / Degree or relevant / related Retail NQF5
• 5+ years’ experience in a clothing retail operations environment as a Manager / Store Manager
• Valid driver’s license and willing to travel
• Computer literate on MS Office, good communication skills and able to handle pressure
• Will oversee stores in the following areas : Bloemfontein, Kimberly, Welkom, Ficksburg, Phuthaditjhaba, Sterkspruit

• Asset management – ensure store is neat and fixtures/fittings are accounted for; co-ordinate janitorial and repair services
• Stock control – inventory & stock control; requisitions to replenish; identify/report slow sellers; stock loss plans
• Merchandising – coordinator displays; identify new way of promoting merchandise
• Marketing / sales – Manage implementation of marketing plans; achieve/exceed store sales targets; participate in promotions
• Admin/cash – ensure admin / procedures are met; manage controllable expenses
• Staff management – assign employees; assist/train staff; manage performance; recruit temp staff
• Security – manage security and ensure staff are performing as required
• Customer service – train customer service staff; assist customers; attract clientele