📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWPepkor Lifestyle is actively recruiting for a Branch Manager position in Polokwane. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Retail Management sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 - 6 years • Educational Background: Matric or equivalent • Industry Focus: Retail Management • Location Preference: in Polokwane
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Branch Manager position is an important role within the Retail Management sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Retail Management offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Branch Manager position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 - 6 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Matric • Specific achievements in the Retail Management field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Retail Management 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 Management Reference: 203216 Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Retail Management Reference: 203216 Sectors: Retail Management Reference: 203216 Reference: 203216
Vacancy DetailsEmployer: Pepkor Lifestyle
IntroductionAre you an entrepreneurial leader ready to take full ownership of a retail store? As a Branch Manager, your primary role will be to strategically lead and optimize your store's total operational performance. From driving daily sales and profitability to ensuring world-class customer service and visual merchandising, you will run your store like your own business. Key Responsibilities Store Performance: Execute daily sales strategies, monitor budgets, manage store expenses, and analyze local sales trends to meet or exceed profitability goals. Floor Leadership & Execution: Effectively implement visual merchandising planograms, manage promotional campaigns, and conduct daily morning meetings, floorwalks, and checklists to guarantee pristine store standards. Team Empowerment: Recruit, develop, and retain top store talent; host monthly 1-on-1 performance reviews, track digital training participation (Axonify), and cultivate a high-performance culture. Risk & Admin Control: Execute vital in-store administration, including cash-ups and stock counts; actively manage stock loss/shrinkage, and ensure health & safety standards are met. Customer Service Champion: Resolve customer issues on the floor immediately, review social/Google reviews and CRM reports daily, and inspire staff to deliver an exceptional in-store experience. What We Are Looking For Education: Matric certificate. Experience: 3 to 6 years of retail experience. Core Competencies: Strong capabilities in deciding and initiating action, leading and supervising, planning and organizing, coping with pressures, and entrepreneurial thinking. Skills: Google Suite proficiency, operational stock management, and a solid understanding of retail and consumer finance operating systems (SAP/SAS) and legislations (CPA, NCA, POPIA, etc.).
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