Branch Manager

the biggest sports retailer in Southern Africa, is looking for a dynamic and driven Store Manager to lead our East London branch. If you have a passion for retail, a commitment to excellence, and the leadership skills to match – we want to hear from you!

✅ Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of in-store retail sales experience

• At least 3 years of store management experience

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

• Proven track record in:

  • Shrinkage and expense control

  • Budget management

  • Delivering exceptional customer service

• IR (Industrial Relations) experience advantageous

• Ability to manage a team of 15-20 staff

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Strong numerical and communication skills (written and verbal)

• Target-driven with excellent leadership abilities

🔧 Key Responsibilities:

• Drive a customer-focused culture in-store

• Lead and manage staff effectively

• Oversee the training and development of the store team

• Foster community involvement and brand presence

• Manage store budgets, expenses, and profitability

• Maintain high store and merchandising standards

• Safeguard company assets and ensure loss prevention

• Handle store administration and reporting duties

• Cultivate a merchant mindset among team members

🧠 Key Competencies:

• High energy, self-driven, and enthusiastic

• Strong people management and ethical leadership

• Ability to act and execute decisively and swiftly

• Excellent attention to detail

• Passion for products and sales ability

• Change champion and adaptable

• Organised, effective, and results-oriented

• Business savvy with strong commercial insight

• Willingness and eagerness to learn and grow

📌 If you’re a motivated retail professional ready to lead from the front, apply now and be part of a brand that champions sporting excellence and customer satisfaction.

Apply today and gear up for success

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