{"id":25367,"date":"2025-12-04T08:02:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T08:02:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/store-manager-richards-bay\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T00:24:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T00:24:33","slug":"store-manager-richards-bay","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=25367","title":{"rendered":"Store Manager &#8211; Richards Bay"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re building a talent pipeline &#8211; why?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tBecause we\u2019re proactively planning for the future. By getting to know great candidates ahead of time, we can move quickly when the right opportunities open up.<br \/>\n\tIf you have retail Store Management experience and are considering a career move in the coming months, we\u2019d love to connect with you about a future role: iK Store Manager, based in Richards Bay.<\/p>\n<p>Disclaimer: This is a talent pipeline advert.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tOur team will be on annual leave during December, so applications will be reviewed and candidates contacted in the new year.<br \/>\n\tIf you apply now, your application will be prioritised when we return and begin growing our iK Tribe.<\/p>\n<p>So, what will you do?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tYou will play a pivotal role in driving sales and activation ratios.<br \/>\n\tManage in-branch marketing activities, assist in staff route planning for outbound initiatives, and create revenue-generating opportunities aligned with iKhokha&#8217; s goals.<br \/>\n\tTake charge of P&amp;L statements, effectively manage branch staff, and serve as a brand ambassador of the iK Tribe and culture within the branch.<br \/>\n\tContribute to community engagement efforts, evangelizing iKhokha to create a strong local brand presence.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the above, you will:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tYou will be accountable for the performance and management of a few iKhokha store\u2019s.<br \/>\n\tResponsible for store P&amp;L\u2019s.<br \/>\n\tResponsible for sales and customer service.<br \/>\n\tResponsible for maintaining relationships linked to stores.<br \/>\n\tInterview, recruit, and train new staff.<br \/>\n\tImplement performance management processes to ensure that new staff thrive and targets are met.<br \/>\n\tYou will need first level HR and IR skills.<br \/>\n\tMonitor productivity of staff daily as per company requirement.<br \/>\n\tResponsible for in-store stock management including weekly stock takes and cycle counting.<br \/>\n\tMaintain asset register of instore equipment and all branding materials.<br \/>\n\tYou will need a basic understanding of POS systems for stock management.<br \/>\n\tReport back to internal stakeholders weekly\/monthly on store performance.<br \/>\n\tShare ad hoc survey results with necessary internal stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tProvide feedback on general in-store activity.<br \/>\n\tReport on required market insights within the designated area.<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tMinimum of a matric qualification.<br \/>\n\tUndergraduate Degree (Advantageous)<\/p>\n<p>Deal Breakers:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Minimum 3 years\u2019+ experience in a similar role with the following:<\/p>\n<p>\tThorough experience within Informal-market banking branch, cellular retail, FMCG or alcohol industries is advantageous.<br \/>\n\tExperience in retail operations and understanding of informal markets and in-branch retail dynamics.<br \/>\n\tMust be willing to travel to different store locations and must have a valid driver\u2019s license and own vehicle.<br \/>\n\tStrong communication skills with the ability to speak both English, Afrikaans and Xhosa optional.<br \/>\n\tMS Office Proficiency<br \/>\n\tBasic understanding of key stakeholders within the designated store location.<br \/>\n\tSales Management against designated target.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.ikhokha.com ) or<\/p>\n<p>jobs.smartrecruiters.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/jobs.smartrecruiters.com","_company_name":"iKhokha","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.ikhokha.com","_company_tagline":"The iKhokha brand is by essence brave, honest, cheeky, innovative and customer-centric. We believe every entrepreneur should be included and able to thrive in the South African economy. Our mission is to continue to build mobile centric tools that make commerce easier, cheaper and more accessible... read more. 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