Overview: The Area Manager is responsible for all operations in his/her business unit.
They will assist the Operations Manager to make careful considerations of all aspects in the business unit before making a business decision. The Area Manager is responsible (with the Operations Manager) for business unit goals, decisions, plans, implementation and evaluation of performance.
Minimum Requirements / Experience: Matric essential (Post Matric / formalized qualifications advantageous)Minimum 5 years' experience in a Clothing Retail Operations environment as an Area Manager Valid Code 8 drivers license – endorsed Willingness to travel extensively Responsibilities: Asset Management Responsible for the branch/s as a whole, ensuring that the outside of the store is kept neat and tidy and that inside fixtures and fittings are accounted for and maintained Co-ordination of janitorial and repair services Stock Control Responsible for all stock and will be held accountable for all overages and shortages Should ensure control of inventory Prepare requisitions to replenish stock.
Identify and report on slow selling items Stock loss action plan Merchandising Manage the quality and quantity aspects of the merchandise assortments Co-ordinate the layout of shelves and merchandise of seasonal and sale displays Identify new ways of promoting merchandise Ensure required housekeeping standards at all times Ensure that there is an equal standard throughout the stores Marketing and Sales Manage the implementation of all marketing promotions to ensure maximum sales opportunities are exploited Achieve and exceed store sales targets.
