Trainee Store Manager - North West at Ackermans

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:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Further qualifications related to business /Retail will be an advantage.
• 1 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