Regional Manager | Gauteng | Footwear and Apparel brand

Regional Manager Position available in Gauteng with a well-known footwear and apparel retail brand. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a logical thinker and have excellent organisational skills.

The Regional Manager will be based in Johannesburg and will be responsible looking after 5 stores in the Johannesburg area. Candidate to have at least 10 years’ experience in the retail industry in a senior position, diploma or degree in Management, Business, Retail, Marketing or similar tertiary diploma or degree. Candidates must have a valid South African driver’s license and reliable transport. The Regional Manager will also be responsible for acting as a shift Store Manager.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

• Manage, motivate, recruit and train all retail staff, so as to optimise and sustain sales performance, profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Plan, forecast & report on financial and business performance.
• Plan and manage brand, advertising and promotional activities.
• Manage cash controls with staff and customer safety as a key priority.
• Manage stock levels, store appearance and customer service to maximise profitability.
• Plan and manage new shop locations, layouts and customer traffic flow to maximise sales, customer satisfaction and the image of the company.
• Manage costs and all factors affecting the profitable performance of the shop.
• Liaise with external agencies and authorities as necessary.
• Liaise with suppliers, merchandisers and other partners as required.
• Manage upkeep and condition of all equipment and fixtures of shop premises.
• Manage health, safety, security and emergency systems including staff capabilities.
• Maintain and develop market and competitor information, pricing and tactics.
• Manage and maintain effectiveness of IT and other essential in-store systems.
• Follow and enforce all company policies and procedures.

We are looking for the following Core Competencies:

• Planning, analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent administration skills
• Work independently, with a high degree of responsibility
• Work well under pressure
• Customer service orientated

Salary negotiable (salary dependant on level of experience)

To apply for the Regional Manager, Gauteng, Footwear and Apparel brand position please send CV and recent photo to apply.

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