Store Manager - Clicks Woodlands Free State

Clicks Group is actively recruiting for a Store Manager - Clicks Woodlands position in Free State. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Retail / Store Management sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 2 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Retail / Store Management • Location Preference: in Free State

The Store Manager - Clicks Woodlands position is an important role within the Retail / Store Management sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

This role in Retail / Store Management offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Store Manager - Clicks Woodlands position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 2 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Retail / Store Management field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Retail / Store 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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Introduction

Are you passionate about retail and service excellence? Are you confident to manage a store and lead a team to deliver a competitive advantage for the brand? An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for a Store Manager. The successful individual will report to the Area Manager.

To ensure the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by leading and directing the store operations team in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets,  leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.  

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales, tracking daily targets, weekly and monthly sales plans and proactively taking appropriate action as required. To efficiently manage and control all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration. To successfully manage in-store execution of all visual merchandising, ensuring that in-store presentation and promotional standards are maintained and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image. To ensure competent and motivated employees through effective selection, leadership, management and on-going development in order to build capacity and capability to meet current and future business needs. To adequately schedule staff in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed. To ensure all administrative responsibilities are attended to in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR. To execute customer service initiatives in store and take corrective action that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets. To build and maintain sound working relationships with relevant stakeholders (centre managers, suppliers, DC’s) to ensure business objectives are achieved and opportunities are maximised. To maintain an awareness of customer trends, demographics and needs and monitor the activity of local competitors in order to capitalise on opportunities. To drive cohesion, consistency and integration between the store operation, pharmacy and clinic teams. To drive a high performing business culture that delivers employee affiliation, customer satisfaction and shareholder value. To support the Group’s vision to be the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Minimum requirements

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%) Essential: B. Degree or Diploma in retail / finance management, pharmacy or related (External applicants) Minimum 2 years’ experience in a store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Sound understanding and application of financial management principles Strong retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures  Knowledge of Customer service excellence Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices  Knowledge of competency based interviewing Sound managerial skills Results and target driven Planning and organising skills Problem-solving skills Strong customer orientation Good communication skills Computer literacy Strong financial acumen

Essential Competencies

Leading and Supervising Planning and Organising Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking Deciding and Initiating Action Working with people Analysing Coping with Pressures and Setbacks