August 30, 2024

Mr Price Group

Area Manager Mr Price

An exceptional career opportunity awaits an ambitious and results-driven Area Manager to join our dynamic, fast-paced fashion retail business to lead our Eastern Cape region (Gqeberha & Karoo). As an Area Manager, you will be instrumental in maximizing profits, fostering innovation, driving sales, and ensuring brand alignment throughout the area. We are seeking a candidate who thrives on challenges and can lead their team beyond the ordinary.

Qualifications: · Grade 12 with a Retail Business Management degree or diploma (or similar).

· A minimum 5+ years’ experience as an Independent Store Manager or Area Manager ideally within a fashion retail environment.

· Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.

· Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

· Strong financial acumen and ability to analyse and manage budgets.

Responsibilities: · Set, implement, and achieve sales forecasts while maximizing profits through effective people management, innovation, sales strategies, and administrative excellence.

· Recruit, develop, and coach store managers and assistant managers within the area to ensure a strong succession pipeline.

· Monitor stores to optimize staffing levels for exceptional customer experiences, productivity, and cost efficiencies.

· Manage controllable expenses in alignment with store and area budgets.

· Drive sales and profitability within the area, identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to enhance store performance.

· Motivate and train staff to deliver excellent customer service and meet performance targets.

· Maintain visual merchandising standards across the area, ensuring an appealing shopping environment.

· Effectively manage stock losses, markdowns, and inventory control.

· Address and resolve any IR (Industrial Relations) issues, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.