Retail Operations Manger - Cape Town at RPO Recruitment

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist retailers with retail growth, profitability, and cash flow.
• Liaise with and assist retailers with store openings and re-launches.
• Analysing and accurately interpreting store performance statistics and benchmarks to identify root causes of poor financial performance and develop action plans to improve.
• Performing store audits through structured store visits and the provision of written reports
• Financial management – compile budgets in line with business strategy and growth plans.
• Manage risk in potential bad debt.
• Engage with location-specific suppliers and service providers to facilitate growth and resolution
• Perform the role of a liaison for the Western Cape Distribution Centre across various functions of Logistics, Marketing, IT and Operations
• Identify service delivery obstacles and challenges and provide recommendations

Requirements

• Good business acumen and operational financial skills.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be willing to travel extensively.
• Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations Management or any Finance or Business-related tertiary qualification.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Retail management experience preferably at the management level.
• Knowledge of FMCG is essential.
• High energy levels with a high-stress tolerance.
• Good interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.