Job Description

We are seeking a suitably qualified Trainee Manager to be trained to oversee branch operations and ensure alignment to the organizational business goals.The ideal candidate needs to take ownership for their development and have a passion for retail and leading a team. Ideal candidates should have a formal qualification, driver's license and some retail and management experience.Requirements

• A valid drivers license.
• A Matric/Grade 12 educational qualification.
• Business related tertiary qualification would be an advantage.
• Minimum 1-2 years Retail Management Experience
• Computer Literate.
• Strong Leadership abilities
• Management abilities Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch staff

• Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch employees thereby retaining a stable team delivering on business goals.
• Effectively implement the organization business model, manage the targets and operations in order to maintain a healthy, profitable business.
• Be responsible for excellent customer service in the Branch, by playing an active part during customer contact situations thereby ensuring and maintain healthy customer relationship.
• Manage and control financial areas of responsibility to stay within the company accepted norms and manage risk to the business in this regard.
• Increase sales by ensuring good customer service, and stock management
• Ensure Stock loss is minimized through compliance with security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
• Drive a low-cost business according to company standard by controlling and managing the financial areas of responsibility.
• Ensure administrative duties within the store are in accordance with company guidelines. (NCA & FAIS)
• Guide, manage and verify operations within the Branch to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory legalisations.
• People Management training, mentoring, coaching and management of team members.?

Lewis Stores