We are seeking a dynamic, high-caliber Bakery Specialist to oversee, streamline, and elevate our service department.<\/p>\n
Job Summary
\nKey Responsibilities
\nRequirements
\nHow to Apply<\/p>\n
Job Summary<\/p>\n
Type: full-time
\nLocation: Gaborone
\nCategory: Retail
\nClosing Date: 2026-06-08<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Drive daily operations, quality compliance, and hygiene protocols for high-volume bakery and fresh food departments across the region.
\nDevelop and implement aggressive sales budgets, track margins, and execute advanced waste and damage control measures.
\nManage end-to-end procurement functions, negotiate lucrative supplier contracts, and optimize inventory and restocking pipelines.
\nDesign, implement, and maintain premium product ranges, promotional displays, and department layouts to maximize foot traffic and sales.
\nTrain, mentor, and upskill department supervisors and staff in production methods, customer service excellence, and commercial awareness.
\nLeverage industry expertise to secure new business contracts with local corporate clients.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
Minimum 15 years of senior retail management experience, with a proven track record as a departmental Specialist.
\nDeep operational insight into major FMCG\/Retail groups
\nCapability in international or domestic procurement, supply chain logistics and contract renegotiation.
\nA history of driving stores or regions to achieve industry accolades<\/p>\n
How to Apply
\nInterested candidates should forward their CV and qualifications to vacancies@choppies.co.bw, referenced \u201cBAKERY SPECIALIST\u201d in the subject line, before June 8, 2026.
\nAbout the CompanyChoppies Enterprises Limited is a Botswana multinational supermarket retailer headquartered in Gaborone, Botswana. The retailer initially sold only food-based goods and other fast-moving consumer goods. By 2024, Choppies had 161 stores in 4 countries.Website: https:\/\/choppies.co.bw\/View all jobs at this company \u2192<\/p>\n
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