Retail Assistant Manager - Retail Food Store (Pretoria) at ESKORT

Job Description

The purpose of the role is for the Retail Assistant Manager is to provide assistance to the Retail Manager in regards to the oversight and leading all operations of the store in ensuring that the store functions smoothly while optimizing profits.

The Retail Assistant Manager will promote and increase customer traffic to the store by improving customer satisfaction levels and ensuring stock availability to customers at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 (Non-Negotiable)
• Diploma/Degree in Retail or Business or related qualification will be advantageous

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a retail environment, ideally in a supervisory or leadership level.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Prior knowledge and experience in management of; Inventory/stock, buying, staff, products merchandising, costs and profitability of the store.
• Knowledge of stock management systems like ERP, Meat matrix, e.t.c
• Knowledge and understanding of FMCG environment and related legislation
• Management of perishable products with short shelf life especially in meat industry
• Basic Understanding of retail consumer behaviour and purchasing trends
• Basic Understading of the retail and meat market

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Demonstratable analytical skills.
• Basic Understanding of income statements, cash flows, stock management reporting, and all basic financial systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Exceptional customer service and people management skills.
• Energetic and self-starter.