POSITION SUMMARY

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Kwazulu Natal
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
• Essential: B. Degree or Diploma in retail / finance management, pharmacy or related (External applicants)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
• Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Sound understanding and application of financial management principles
• Strong retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
• Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
• Knowledge of Customer service excellence
• Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
• Knowledge of competency based interviewing
• Sound managerial skills
• Results and target driven
• Planning and organising skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Good communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Strong financial acumen

• To ensure the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by leading and directing the store operations team in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.