retail manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage purchasing, receiving, inventory, warehousing, distribution and operations as a whole
• Supervise and guide employees towards maximum performance
• Prepare and control the outlet's budget aiming for minimum expenditure and efficiency
• Monitor stock levels and purchases and ensure they stay within budget
• Ensure that products are properly stored, organized and shipped in a timely fashion
• Monitor and analyse data to determine trends in demand for products so that inventory levels can be adjusted accordingly
• Manage the flow of inventory to ensure that sales are maximized and orders are fulfilled on time
• Monitor the expiry dates, stock movement, return of goods and maintain adequate inventories
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure meet schedules or shipping deadlines
• Deal with complaints from customers to maintain the outlet's reputation
• Inspect the areas in the outlet and resolve any issues that might arise
• Plan and oversee in-store promotional events and display
• Keep abreast of market trends to determine the need for improvements
• Analyse sales and revenue reports and make forecasts
• Label goods, plot routes and process shipments and research ideal shipping techniques, routing and carriers
• Assist with deliveries whenever required and work with other departments to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations
• Ensure all operations adhere to laws, rules and regulations and guidelines
• Any ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the management

Requirements:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain or relevant field
• Minimum 2 years experiences in a similar role
• In-depth knowledge of the consumer goods industry
• Outstanding leadership, analytical, problem-solving and organizational abilities
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driving license is an added advantage
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Drive and resourcefulness to deliver results
• Able to multitask and handle a multitude of different responsibilities at one time
• Outstanding ability to think creatively, strategically and identify and resolve problems
• Able to start work immediately or within short notice