Welkom: General Store Manager posted by Staff Solutions

About the Role

As General Manager of our esteemed store, you will be the driving force behind achieving strategic goals and optimizing performance. Your leadership will be instrumental in ensuring the successful operation of the business unit, with a focus on excellent customer service, efficient stock management, and effective marketing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the achievement of the Top Line Budget, Gross Profit, and Bottom Line Profit goals.
• Maximize income through various revenue streams, including rebates, promotions, selling of ends, and ad-hoc sales.
• Ensure success in key performance areas such as basket size, feet count, departmental participation, and cash/credit ratio to sales.
• Manage shrinkage and stock holding to ensure inventory remains within budgeted limits (not exceeding 4.5 weeks).

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail management, ideally within the FMCG or wholesale sectors.
• Strong financial management skills with experience in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in using Pastel, Excel, SAP, and other related software.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirements mentioned.