Assistant Store Manager Menlyn Park, Johannesburg

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Assistant Store Manager Menlyn Park, Johannesburg
Step into a fast-paced, work-hard, play-hard retail leadership environment

Retail | Menlyn Park, Johannesburg | R13,000-R15,000 basic per month (excluding incentives)

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing retail brand with a national footprint in South Africa's major shopping centres. They are known for their high-energy culture, strong performance ethos, and dedication to delivering an exceptional in-store experience.

The company fosters a results-driven environment where accountability and high standards are part of everyday life, offering great growth potential for ambitious retail professionals.

The Role: Assistant Store Manager Menlyn Park

As Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager in leading a busy, high-performing retail team. This role requires strong operational oversight, a hands-on leadership style, and a passion for motivating teams to hit sales targets while delivering top-tier customer service.

You will also be expected to step up and run the store in the Store Manager's absence.

Working hours: Retail hours including weekends, public holidays, and shifts (5 working days per week with 1 guaranteed weekend off per month).

Key Responsibilities
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a retail management or supervisory role
  • Support the Store Manager in leading and motivating the team to meet and exceed sales targets
  • Drive excellence in daily operations, including staff scheduling and task delegation
  • Monitor store KPIs and support the team in achieving individual and store goals
  • Handle staff coaching, performance management, and disciplinary discussions when necessary
  • Ensure outstanding customer service and handle escalations with professionalism
  • Oversee visual merchandising and ensure adherence to brand standards
  • Manage shrinkage, stockroom organisation, and stock control processes
  • Conduct opening/closing procedures and ensure compliance with all policies
About You
  • 3+ years of experience in a similar retail leadership role (Assistant Store Manager, Floor Manager, Supervisor)
  • Proven ability to lead and develop a team in a busy retail environment
  • Confident managing team performance, conflict, and discipline
  • Strong KPI and target management skills
  • Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach
  • Organised, reliable, and attentive to detail
  • Comfortable working weekends, shifts, and public holidays
  • Proactive, hands-on leader who thrives under pressure
  • Matric required; tertiary qualification in retail or business (advantageous)
Salary and Remuneration
  • R13,000R15,000 basic salary per month (excluding incentives)
  • Competitive commission and incentive structure
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Benefits may include medical insurance, retirement annuity, and disability cover (to be confirmed)
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