{"id":7660,"date":"2026-03-06T12:02:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T12:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/area-manager-designate-at-pepkor-lifestyle\/"},"modified":"2026-03-06T12:02:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T12:02:40","slug":"area-manager-designate-at-pepkor-lifestyle","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/area-manager-designate-at-pepkor-lifestyle\/","title":{"rendered":"Area Manager Designate at Pepkor Lifestyle"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description<\/p>\n<p>IntroductionWe are looking for an experienced Area Manager that will be responsible for overseeing multiple retail furniture stores within a designated area. They will be responsible for ensuring that all stores meet sales targets, maintain high levels of customer satisfaction, and adhere to company policies and procedures. The Area Manager will also be tasked with recruiting, training, and managing Branch managers and sales staff to ensure a high level of performance and teamwork.<br \/>\nDescription<br \/>\nEnsure profitability in their Area of responsibility through daily planning, leading, controlling and organizing of all resources while driving superior customer service and a shopping environment that drives sales through all Branch mangers.<br \/>\nKey duties<\/p>\n<p>Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue growth and meet sales targets<br \/>\nMonitor store performance and financial metrics to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address any issues<br \/>\nConduct regular branch visits and check lists to ensure adherence to company standards and provide support and guidance to Branch managers<br \/>\nRecruit, train, and develop Branch managers and sales staff to cultivate a high-performing team<br \/>\nConduct performance evaluations and provide feedback and coaching to Branch managers and sales staff<br \/>\nMonitor customer feedback and satisfaction levels to identify trends and make necessary improvements<br \/>\nCollaborate with other departments, such as marketing and merchandising, to align strategies and initiatives across branches<br \/>\nEffectively manage inventory levels and ensure that merchandise is displayed in an appealing and organized manner<br \/>\nMonitor and enforce compliance with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety, security, and operational guidelines<br \/>\nEffective teamwork and self-management<\/p>\n<p>Minimum requirements<\/p>\n<p>Grade 12<br \/>\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in retail management, with at least 2 years of experience in furniture retail<br \/>\nProven track record of driving sales and achieving targets in a retail environment<br \/>\nValid drivers license<\/p>\n<p>Competencies<\/p>\n<p>Strong leadership and\u00a0\u00a0communication skills<br \/>\nExcellent organizational and time management skills<br \/>\nAbility to analyze data and make informed business decisions<br \/>\nPeople management<br \/>\nCourage and confidence<br \/>\nJudgement and decision making<br \/>\nDrive and energy<br \/>\nResilience<br \/>\nCustomer centricity<br \/>\nKnowledge of industry trends and best practices<br \/>\nProficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications<br \/>\nAvailability to travel to branch locations within the designated area as needed<\/p>\n<p>The Area Manager will play a crucial role in the success of our furniture retail stores, and therefore we are looking for a dynamic and results-driven individual to join our team. If you meet the qualifications outlined above and are passionate about leading a team to achieve excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.<\/p>\n<p>Sharing is Caring! 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