Assistant Store Manager Cape Town

Ares Holdings is actively recruiting for a Assistant Store Manager position in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 1 - 2 years • Educational Background: Matric or equivalent • Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development • Location Preference: in Cape Town

Sales and marketing roles like Assistant Store Manager are key revenue drivers. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.

This role in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Assistant Store Manager position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 1 - 2 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Matric • Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Retail Sales Reference: 204355 Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Retail Sales Reference: 204355 Sectors: Retail Sales Reference: 204355 Reference: 204355

Employer: Ares Holdings

  Birkenstock V&A Waterfront is looking for an Assistant store Manager to join their team. Well-Established international brand in the footwear industry is looking to employ someone in the role of Store Manager, to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be leading the merchandising and sales in the Birkenstock Store according to the purpose, vision and values whilst managing inventory, day to day store operations, shrinkage and the overall in store customer experience. Company Values:We commit to the wellbeing of our teamWe work with a positive attitudeWe believe in our teamResponsibilities: Sales & Business Development Set & communicate daily sales targets to everyone on the team including casualsFocus the team on delivering excellent customer serviceCreate relationships with GPs, podiatrists, schools, clubs & gyms in the area to generate salesGrow customer data base and communicate offers regularly Team ManagementBuild a team environment through daily team meetings and providing regular feedbackLead and motivate the store team to maximize sales and provide exceptional customer service in line with Birkenstock standardsMaster the feedback process & provide monthly feedback to all team membersDevelop the team through weekly Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Podiatry and Sales training. Develop the team by ensuring they complete the Rookie Pack in the prescribed time frame. Manage the appraisal process for all team membersManage the induction processComplete rosters and adhere to the staffing templateMinimize and control staff costs and store controllable expenses (e.g. discounts given, petty cash, stationery, phone, cleaning etc.) through proactive and effective management. Complete weekly time sheets, allocate tasks to rostered staff & coordinate lunch breaksInventoryComplete OTB process weekly and order the relevant product to optimise stock levelsMaintain inventory at target levels for all categories & price points every weekMinimise shrinkage & maintain accurate stock records in the POS systemComplete quarterly stock countsRun daily negative stock report and request relevant adjustmentsProcess deliveries including checking quantities to invoices, tagging, hanging and pricing product, and recording in the POS systemEnsure storeroom is maintained to Birkenstock standardsRun daily inventory reportsDaily OperationsOversee the administrative processes at store level and ensure compliance with all policies and standards with respect to the handling of cash, stock control, POS, visual merchandising, security and operational health and safetyEnsure visual merchandising of the stock and windows complies Birkenstock standardsOpen and close the storeReconcile cash to end of day tender report and prepare banking. Bank takings. Month EndPrepare month end reports. Individual Attributes:Outgoing determined self-starterRetail management experience preferably at a national retail chainDemonstrated ability to achieve sales budgetsProven people management and leadership shillsExcels at coaching, driving and developing a teamExtensive stock management experienceProven merchandising skills. Excellent attention to detail. Requirements:Grade 12 or equivalent1 – 2 years management experience3 – 4 years retail experienceSports knowledge advantageousPerks & BenefitsYou get to work for a rapidly expanding distributor with aspirational brands. Comprehensive health benefit Quarterly Uniform allowance Staff discount (50% off for you and your family across all the brands within the group) Company performance incentive schemeLong-service incentivesHolistic Employee Wellness programmeThe group prides itself in its effort to drive continuous employee engagement activities to enable a connected culture. Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 2 weeks from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.