Ensure the consistent execution of store standards, human resources, promotional execution and finance, Admin, maintenance of clothing stores. Area Managers report into this role.
- Grade 12 (matric)/N3 equivalent (Preferable)
- 5-10 years Clothing Retail management experience as Area Manager or Regional Manager.
- Experience in Retail Clothing a requirement.
- Must be computer literate
- SAP knowledge is an added advantage
- Drivers Licence (extensive local travelling)
- Development of new talent for Regional Manager succession plans
- Escalate matters brought forward by the Area Managers
- Ensures consistent execution across within the clothing stores
- Train newly appointed Area Managers
- Ensure staff are allocated correctly
- Manage, guide and direct Area Manager
- Ensures new stores merchandised according to layouts in time for opening
- Monitors customer service standards adhered to
- Communicates expected standards and processes to Manager/staff
- Provides on the job knowledge skills and expertise to Managers/staff/supervisors
- Monitors store performances
- Ensures general maintenance standards are adhered to –authorises any necessary spend
- Monitor security processes/ procedures in place
- Monitors labour cost ratios maintained
- Conducts regular store visits
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Are you looking for a career in Retail? This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the largest supermarket chain store in South Africa and gain insight and understanding of store operations by working in various departments. This is a career path to become a store manager.
- Sound Numeracy skills and knowledge of retail industry
- 2- 3 years retail experience an added advantage
- Drivers Licence is essential
- Must be able to pass given assessments at the required level
- Must be successful in at least 2 competency based interviews
- Must be flexible and willing to be transferred between stores
- Must be willing to give authorization for a full credit and criminal check
- Must be Matriculated (attach certified copy to application) Must have a valid South African ID (attach copy to application)
- Must have a valid Driver’s license code 08 (attach certified copy of license)
- Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor and back-up)
- Ensure that security procedures are adhered to
- Ensure that merchandise/display standards are adhered to
- Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated.
- Damaged/expired stock is removed Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages Check correct pricing e.g. labels
- Ensure that all administration is completed accurately and timeously
- Analyse, maintain and update relevant information/documentation, take required action when necessary
- Plan and implement sales promotions
- Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers’ requests, provide the required product or services.
- Monitor budgets and take required action
- Analyse profitability of department, make recommendations or take required actions
- Optimise stock levels e.g. always in stock, never overstocked through effective ordering
- Manage employees to ensure standards are maintained by competent, motivated employees
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The FBP Retail position will play a critical role in assisting the FBA Retail and contributing to the overall financial health and success of the Pick n Pay business. This role provides assistance in various aspects of financial reporting analysis, aligned to the achievement of strategic objectives across the PnP banners. FBP Retail will also provide support and assist with delivering Operational and strategic financial services and consolidation of reports across the various banners within Pick n Pay for relevant decision making. These services may relate to the provision of financial information, guidance on Finance related processes, policies, and support in the execution of disputes/issues and outstanding queries for both the Finance COE and Finance Business services functions. The key purpose of this role is also to educate and support individuals in business on financial information, monitoring of Business financial health and create efficiencies in the Business partnering model across the different Business intelligence areas that support and lead banner areas.
- BCom/Hons Degree in Financial/Management Accounting
- CA(SA) is advantageous.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Finance Environment
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Strategy Planning and Alignment
- Provide all finance support to run the business area including driving improved profitability and cost efficiencies.
- Collaborate with retail leadership to understand and align financial strategies with the overall strategic intent of the retail division.
- Ensure that financial plans and objectives support the business's long-term goals and growth strategies.
- Review, align and report on Pick n Pay budgets and forecasts regularly to senior management.
- Prepare business cases for new initiatives and investments as required by the HOD/ GM.
Finance Business Partnering
- Develop a deep understanding of the overall retail industry and Pick n Pay business and align your advice and key decisions to support it.
- Ensure a deep understanding of finance and accounting principles to provide relevant financial analysis and advice.
- Act as a trusted advisor and financial expert to retail leaders and managers.
- Collaborate with retail teams to understand their financial needs and challenges and provide guidance and support accordingly.
- Analyse cross-functional and business data to inform strategic, operational and domain specific trends and observations for review to business and FBA.
- Support the FBA Retail by understanding and integrating with business to enhance services offered and identify new service finance can initiate to support business.
Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Support the Head of Retail (FBA Retail) by providing financial analysis, reports, and insights to support decision-making within the retail division.
- Monitor financial performance, identify key trends, and analyze variances against budgets and forecasts.
- Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to stakeholders.
- Prepare regular financial reports for retail leaders and senior management.
- Monitor performance against approved business cases and approved budget.
- Maintain project budgets and forecasts.
- Ensure adherence to financial reporting standards and regulations and avoid conflicts of interest that could comprise objectivity.
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Lead or contribute to the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the retail division.
- Work closely with FBA Retail to develop accurate and realistic financial plans.
- Monitor and analyze budget vs. actual performance throughout the financial year.
- Provide support through setting clear goals, providing direction and creating a culture of accountability.
- Prepare main drivers for input into budgets in conjunction with HOD and management team.
Financial Performance
- Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the financial performance of the retail division.
- Provide recommendations for improvements based on performance data.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and revenue enhancement within the retail operations.
- Work with retail teams to implement cost-saving measures.
- Collaborate effectively with cross functional teams to develop a model that identifies future potential financial issues and develop contingency plans i.e. identifying revenue stream and optimising expenses to address possible potential issues that may arise
Risk Management and internal Control
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on all risk and compliance related issues, ( e.g. Control and Legal Self Assessments, Operations Risk matrix, Store licensing and trading compliance & BCP’s)
- Identify financial risks and uncertainties that may impact the retail division's financial performance.
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure financial stability.
Contract Support
- Commercial input on contracts.
- Collaborate with the FBA Retail to review commercial contracts, ensuring they align with the organization's financial objectives.
- Analyze the financial terms and conditions of contracts to identify potential risks and opportunities
Relationships
- Work directly with FBAs, FBPs and when required with Business, Finance COE, and Business Services for Finance functional areas to ensure practices and policies meet the business and stakeholder needs.
- Work with employees in the business to resolve or assist with issues raised.
CLOSING DATE: 10 November 2023
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In conjunction with Commercial and Product Development, lead the development and execution end-to-end Category Plans. Responsible for delivery of all Commercial KPI’s: sales, margin, market share, RTC, waste and stock. Responsible for the development and implementation of the Category Plans ensuring the offer is relevant for all our customer segments, engineered for the best value, capitalise on all category opportunities, and drive incremental Sales & Profit
- Relevant Bachelors degree or Diploma
- 3-5 years Category Management experience
- 2-3 years FMCG experience Demonstrate a modern, situational, capability to work under pressure and deliver to deadlines.
- A proven track record of delivering results through influence, integration and building capacity.
- A proven track record in formulating and executing category strategies aligned to business and categories commercial objectives.
- Strong industry knowledge aligned to a retail environment
- Must be able to work within a matrix structure, gaining buy in and support across a number of functions
- SAP knowledge is added advantage
- Develop and integrate the Category strategies aligned with the category commercial objectives in conjunction with the Commercial Business Manager for Edibles and Non-Edible grocery.
- Oversee the development of the category reviews based on the adopted strategies.
- Validate the market relevance and viability of ranges/projects and ensure deliverables align with category objectives.
- Manage commercially sound innovation and upgrades, and the day-to-day activities to ensure that the products are continuously improving to suit the consumers’ needs.
- Identify fit for purpose and relevant trends combined with customer insights to define development concepts per segment and incorporate them into the category project plans.
- Build PnP Own Brand trust and credibility through consistent delivery of quality and design.
- The outcome of which achieves industry-leading sales and profit growth.
- In conjunction with Commercial, develop sustainable, mutually beneficial long-term supplier capabilities.
- Review post-implementation performance to validate the achievement of range and commercial objectives.
Closing Date : 10 November 2023
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