Store Manager
Saffron 2k9 limited
Date: 1 day ago
City: Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui
Contract type: Full time

As a Store Manager, you will be the face of our store, leading customer
interactions and ensuring an exceptional retail experience. Your role is crucial in driving
sales and maximising profits for the store. To be successful in the role, you should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to multitask effectively and maintain composure in high-pressure situations is essential.
Requirement for the role:
- At least 02 years of relevant work experience OR at least a level 5 relevant
qualification. - Minimum 30 hours guaranteed per week.
Key tasks and responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Plan and coordinate the overall operations of the store, ensuring smooth day-today functioning.
- Cash handling and operating the cash register.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and handle customer inquiries, feedback, or complaints professionally.
- Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring financial goals are achieved, and prepare financial reports as needed.
- Ensuring that staff conduct themselves according to the company standards and policy.
- Always maintaining a clean and hygiene work environment at all times.
- Communicate with customers to receive feedback and manage complaints.
- Implementation of store initiatives.
- Manage stock levels, including ordering, receiving, and inventory control to minimize wastage and maintain availability.
- Supervise, train, and motivate staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Creating staff rosters and making sure that the store has the required number of staff for smooth and efficient running of the store at all times.
- Perform administrative duties as required by the owner.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to meet store revenue and profitability targets.
- Manage the store’s product mix, ensuring a variety that aligns with customer demand and maximizes sales opportunities.
- Open and close the store on time as required.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements within the retail environment.
Skills & Attributes:
- Proven experience or knowledge in retail management or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of stock control, purchasing, and pricing strategies.
- Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to resolve complaints and provide recommendations.
- Ability to analyse financial data, manage budgets, and take corrective actions.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety standards.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.