Area Manager – Retail

Our client, an ever growing retailer and market leader is seeking to employ an area manager to oversee 5 stores in Cape Town Region. - Oversee daily operations across multiple store locations to ensure consistent brand standards and customer experience - Drive sales performance through effective merchandising, promotional planning, and KPI management - Recruit, onboard, and develop high-performing store teams through coaching, training, and performance evaluations - Conduct regular store visits to review compliance, operational excellence, and inventory accuracy - Analyse sales data to identify trends, improve productivity, and implement action plans to maximise revenue - Plan and manage budgets, P&L accountability, and cost control initiatives across the region - Strengthen customer service strategies to enhance retention and satisfaction ratings - Lead execution of new store openings, store expansions, and visual merchandising standards - Ensure adherence to company policies, health & safety requirements, and loss prevention measures - Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, buyers, planners, and suppliers to align business goals - Develop and roll out continuous improvement initiatives to elevate performance across all stores - Resolve operational issues quickly, providing guidance and support to store leadership - Report on operational performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership Please email cv and salary requirements to marlene@servicesolutions.co.za