Retail Assistant Store Manager

Reference PE003706
Location Gauteng, East Rand
Salary Interval Monthly
Package None-negotiable
Description Requirements:
  • Matric / Grade 12.
  • Financial / Administration Diploma or equivalent 3-year qualification (advantageous).
  • Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in store retail administration or management.
  • Experience across stock management, cash office, reporting, expense control, and customer service.
  • Human Resources exposure will be an advantage.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Experience with SAP / Unisolv / SuccessFactors is an advantage.
  • Driver's license and own reliable transport is essential.
Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:
Store Inventory:
  • Manage and report on all store inventory counts, including planning, investigation, and implementation.
  • Investigate and rectify negative GP values, dormant stock, and stock discrepancies.
  • Ensure physical stock matches SAP inventory ledger.
  • Manage shrinkage, consumables, and goods in transit within store targets.
Customer Service:
  • Ensure above-expectation customer service at all times.
  • Oversee customer request system and loyalty programme signups.
  • Ensure accurate processing of loyalty points and prompt resolution of queries.
Cash Office and Cashiers:
  • Manage all store cash resources, takings, floats, and banking in compliance with procedures.
  • Investigate tender discrepancies, returns, and auto receipts.
  • Ensure transaction accuracy, completeness, and internal control compliance.
  • Monitor cashier productivity, service levels, and overtime spend.
  • Oversee daily reconciliation, run-end signoffs, and collections procedures.
Receiving and Capturing:
  • Oversee goods receiving, returns, and credits.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of branch transactions.
  • Maintain transaction integrity in compliance with internal controls.
Store Profitability:
  • Assist in preparing and maintaining the store budget.
  • Control and monitor expense-related items within budget.
  • Ensure monthly adjustment of stock to correct GL accounts.
  • Report on expense-related items to store management.
Store Administration:
  • Disseminate and report information between store and departments to align goals.
  • Support and facilitate audits.
  • Assist the Store Manager with operational duties to optimise store efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within direct areas of responsibility.
  • Ensure compliance with deadlines and policies.
Team Management:
  • Manage HR processes, submissions, and documentation.
  • Oversee workforce management systems (e.g., KRONOS).
  • Implement performance management and staff development plans.
  • Mentor, train, and develop team members for growth.
General:
  • Maintain housekeeping and hygiene standards.
  • Adhere to all policies, SOPs, and health and safety regulations.
  • Ensure professional conduct, uniform, and personal appearance at all times.
Please be advised that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.

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