Branch Manager – Pinetown needed at JD Group

Qualifications:

1. Grade 12 Matric qualification
2. Minimum of three years of proven experience in Retail Management, within the furniture environment

Professional Expertise:

1. Sales & Customer Centricity: Master the art of driving sales through strategic planning, effective prospecting, and exceptional customer service.
2. Stock Management: Implement robust strategies to control inventory levels, ensure optimal stock availability, and minimize losses.
3. Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain strict adherence to relevant legislation and risk management standards to safeguard the business.
4. Financial Acumen: Manage cash flow effectively, oversee financial transactions with accuracy, and maintain a keen eye on profitability.
5. Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and develop your team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and performance-driven work environment.
6. Change Management: Adapt and thrive in dynamic environments, leading your team through transitions with clarity and guidance.
7. We are seeking a candidate who possesses the following qualities:
8. Strong Business Acumen: Leverage strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to drive growth and make informed decisions.
9. Sound Judgment & Decisiveness: Make clear and confident decisions that benefit both the team and the organiza6tion.
10. Talent Management: Identify, develop, and empower top performers to achieve their full potential.
11. Resilience & Positivity: Maintain a positive outlook, persevere through challenges, and inspire your team to do the same.
12. Market Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends, customer needs, and competitor activity.
13. Diversity & Inclusion Champion: Foster a culture that values and embraces the contributions of everyone.

What will you be doing?

1. Drive Sales & Customer Satisfaction: Achieve and exceed sales targets, implement customer retention strategies, and ensure exceptional customer service that builds lasting relationships.
2. Optimise Stock Management: Manage inventory effectively, minimize stock losses, and maintain optimal stock levels to meet sales demands.
3. Ensure Compliance & Risk Management: Uphold company policies, industry regulations, and risk management practices to safeguard the business.
4. Lead & Develop Your Team: Build a high-performing team, provide coaching and mentorship, and foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
5. Manage Back-Office Operations: Oversee cash handling, manage financial transactions accurately, and ensure operational efficiency.