Area Manager (Retail) (JB5405)

Vacancy Details

Employer: Kontak Recruitment

Area Manager (Retail) (JB5405)

Sandton, Gauteng

R20 000 to R25 000 a month CTC

Permanent

A leading fashion retail brand is looking for a driven and strategic Area Manager to oversee the performance of its prime location retail outlets across Gauteng. This senior leadership role is instrumental in driving sales, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across multiple sites. The Area Manager will be responsible for implementing key business strategies, maintaining compliance, and identifying opportunities to enhance market share and brand equity

Minimum Requirements:

Matric certificate

Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle

Relevant tertiary qualification (Retail/Business Management preferred)

Experience in budget management and financial oversight

Familiarity with brand activation and promotional strategies

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar retail management role

Excellent communication skills

Strong business and commercial acumen

Proven selling, presentation, and negotiation skills

Proficiency in MS Office (especially report writing)

Demonstrated leadership and team coaching experience

Excellent multitasking and time management abilities

Strong customer service orientation

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management

Manage retail operations across multiple branded stores in Gauteng

Lead and develop site managers to meet business objectives

Cultivate a high-performance, responsive, and results-oriented retail culture

Coach junior managers and build motivated, customer-centric teams

Set and enforce high retail standards throughout the region

Sales Planning and Performance

Drive sales strategy, planning, and forecasting

Collate and analyze store performance reports and POEs

Conduct monthly SWOT analysis per store and report insights

Manage promotional planning and weekly sales targets

Conduct at least two training sessions per week

Implement mid-month sales projection action plans

Oversee customer database management and complaints resolution (within 24 hours)

Maintain store visit schedules and detailed sales planner updates

Visual Merchandising and Branding

Submit weekly visual checklists with improvement suggestions (including stockroom review)

Recommend and track promotional plans to drive regional sales

Ensure visual merchandising aligns with stock density standards

Compliance and Administration

Ensure full corporate and legal compliance, including OHS standards

Respond to internal audits and risk management directives

Oversee all administrative aspects of store operations

Manage headcount, ER/HR processes, and performance reviews

Facilitate regular feedback and staff development initiatives

Liaise with landlords, suppliers, and regional offices professionally

Operational Oversight and Market Competitiveness

Handle stock, supplies, and budget management across all locations

Conduct market trend analyses and implement insights

Identify gaps in market share and in-store execution

Monitor competitor activity and customer feedback

Foster third-party relationships and uphold corporate image

Coordinate and support health & safety initiatives and field audits

Industries:Staffing & Recruiting

Function: Admin and Back office