Trainee Manager (External Applications Only)

Protect and grow profitable market share within a Store in accordance to the Store, Division and Company strategy.

• Assist the Store Manager to make immediate action on any non-compliance once identified
• Assist the Store Manager to manage Damage, Obsolete and Slow-moving stock items
• Assist the Store Manager to develop, implement and manage a Store Business Plan for the Store ensuring it is aligned with the overall Company strategy
• Assist the Store Manager to achieve growth in market share in your Store as defined in the strategy plan
• Achieve sales budgets and growth objectives by Category
• Promote customer loyalty programmes
• Manage the distribution of advertising material to ensure maximum efficiency
• Develop action plans proactively to protect your market
• Implement and monitor the Customer Service strategy
• Maintain Customer Audits above 95%
• Manage and control stock movement inside the store
• Manage Debtors and RD Cheques within the Store
• Manage Training & Development for the Store
• Ensure Safety aspects in line with local legislation
• Maintain Housekeeping and Merchandising standards

• Grade 12 with at least 2 (two) years retail management experience
• Valid Drivers license
• Valid ID or valid work permit (local)
• Must have strong accounting skills
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be computer literate (Basic computer literacy)
• Must have strong leadership skills
• Must have own transport and cell phone
• Must have sound knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Must have strong Human Resources skills