Store Manager

As the Store Manager, the individual needs to plan and direct the day-to-day operations of the store

S/he needs to develop strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, increase profitability, create store policies and marketing programs that will increase sales and grow the existing customer base.

S/he needs to maintain high store standards and conditions and foster a positive environment.

• Achieving financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analysing variances, initiating corrective actions.
• Identifying current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
• Ensuring availability of merchandise and services
• Formulating pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities, determining additional needed sales promotion, authorizing clearance sales, studying trends.
• Implementing security systems and measures.
• Maintaining the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements.
• Determining marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.
• Maintaining operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.

• 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Bachelors/Masters degree in the relevant field
• Excellent communication skills (verbal written)
• Proven working experience in retail sales