Salary – Market Related.

Valid Driver’s license essential.  Only Namibian citizens will be considered.

Our client offers a dynamic business environment where their staff is constantly challenged to reinvent the way they do business in order to keep them at the forefront of the South African fashion industry.

Take a walk through their stores or offices and you’ll encounter an infectious love of fashion and a tangible will to succeed among the people who make up their business – both of which are key to keeping them at least one step ahead of the competition.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with proven retail management experience and the ability to work within a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. This focused and experienced retail professional, must share our client’s commitment to fashion, quality and customer service excellence and will assist in maximizing turnover and profits; controlling expenses within budget and improving the visual appeal and customer service of all stores based in his/her area. The incumbent will be responsible for managing and meeting KPI’s in 6 stores. The areas under this portfolio fall under the Namibia Region.

Candidate will be based in Namibia.

Qualification and Experience

Qualification/s:

• Matric (a business related qualification will be an advantage)

Experience / Knowledge:

• Previous experience as an Area Manager of multiple stores

Successful candidate must be computer literate in Microsoft Office (word, excel, outlook)

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Manage multiple locations within a specified region, ensuring that all operations are in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve operational and financial goals.
• Provide leadership and guidance to managers and employees, ensuring that they are well-trained and motivated to achieve their objectives.
• Monitor and analyse financial reports, including sales, expenses, and profitability, and take corrective action as needed.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and vendors.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure that all locations are meeting performance expectations.
• Ensure that all facilities are maintained to company standards.
• Manage and resolve employee and customer issues as they arise with emotional intelligence.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and human resources, to ensure that all locations are aligned with company goals and values.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of new employees.
• Candidate will be expected to operate and manage independently
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft office (excel, word, Outlook etc)
• Energetic, self-motivated and resilient with a flair for fashion
• Excellent verbal and written communicate skills
• Excellent management and IR skills
• Knowledge of merchandising principles and fashion & customer centric

 

Please submit your CV with photo to nina@starjobs.co.za and kindly let me know what you are/were earning please?