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Upholding the image and building the reputation of the store ought to be the key responsibilities of a retail store manager.\nDuties & Responsibilities\nKEY PERFORMANCE AREAS\nManage shrinkage levels to within the company targeted ratio.\nImplement policies and procedures to minimize stock loss.\nStrategizing sales and marketing plans to drive revenue growth in the store\nNegotiating with suppliers and vendors for procuring supplies.\nAllocating budgets and planning the finances of the store.\nEvaluating sales reports and customer feedback.\nPlanning new initiatives and ideas to increase footfall with the store.\nControlling the store inventory and ensuring the maintenance of the standards of goods.\nStudying market reports and competitor strategies.\nUnderstanding of business and labour policies and apply these on an everyday basis.\nManage performance of teams within the various departments.\nCreate strategies to promote and improve customer service.\nExecute plans to maintain excellent compliance and operational standards.\nEnsure that all occupational health, food safety and legislative policies and controls are implemented.\nTalent management, recruitment and selection, staff training and workforce management.\n\nDesired Experience & Qualification\nSKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:\nMatric\nA retail qualification would be advantageous\n3-4 years’ experience in a senior store management position\nComputer literate\nA self-starter, problem solving and decision-making.\nExcellent communication verbal and written skills.\nBusiness and financial acumen\nGood interpersonal skills.\n\nINHERENT JOB REQUIREMENTS\nBe available to work irregular hours in consideration of operational demands.\nValid SA driver’s license.\nReliable transport.\n\nSPAR Lowveld is an equal opportunity employer. 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