Ackermans Trainee Manager - Westonaria + Soweto + Randburg

Job Purpose

The primary focus of the Trainee Store Manager position would be to maintain top standards in all areas of responsibility:- customer service, the achievement of sales targets and quality standards on the sales floor, shrinkage and cost control, day-to-day store administration, stock image, visual merchandising, the pro-active management, people management, motivation and training and development of your team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize the sales of the store through the effective implementation of business processes.
• Generate and exceed sales budget and growth.
• Optimize profit through the effective management of costs. (To manage cost within budget)
• Ensure professional HR practices in staffing and talent processes.
• Effective stock management in your store.
• Exceed customer expectations.
• Ensure subordinate effectiveness through effective leadership and clear communication and

management of job performance.

• Adhere to Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure a climate of productivity and positive morale by living the Company values.
• Manage your store according to the business plan to ensure optimal brand and store image representation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Be energetic and a self starter
• 3 years retail experience which includes at least one year in a management position
• Outstanding merchandise management, stock and cost control skills
• A focus on customer service
• The capacity to maintain high store standards
• A Proven ability to influence and lead a team
• You will have a keen development orientation in that you will be inspired to develop yourself and fellow team members
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal) and competence in a second official language would be a definite advantage

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The successful applicant will need to be able to work within a team and have lots of drive. She/he will need to be able to work to deadlines, and to effectively deal with numerous and complex issues and priorities, so sound judgement, decision making and time management skills are very important. The ability to manage merchandise effectively will also be a critical attribute.