Commercial Department Manager/ Store Department Manager

at  AlFuttaim

Job Requisition ID: 160040
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

REQUIRED SKILLS TO BE SUCCESSFUL:-

• Knowledge of customer service principles and processes
• Knowledge of sales principles
• The ability to lead and motivate a team
• Excellent communication and ‘people’ skills
• A strong commitment to customer service
• The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations
• Confidence, drive and enthusiasm
• Decision-making ability and a sense of responsibility
• The ability to understand and analyse sales figures
• Good MS excel and word skills
• Some heavy lifiting

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

CDMs are responsible for managing a department/s and the team. Ensures merchandising, stock availability, profit protection, sales, BTF and general day-to-day management of department. Ensure excellent customer service in the Department and within the store. Training and Development of the staff, is a role model for sales assistants, senior sales assistants and develop contact with customers.

WHAT EQUIPS YOU FOR THE ROLE:

• High School or Bachelor Degree
• 5-7 years’ experience in in similar role with Retail sales background.
• Retail Background
• Acumen and the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels
• Taking Initiative
• Drive for Results
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong/excellent attention to detail
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