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Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a retail
distribution company involved in retail sales and distribution of top
international brands to recruit a Retail Store Manager - Fashion for its
Nigerian operations. Candidate must possess University degree in a
commercial/business related subject
Job reference No.: NGA0834
Sector: Distribution & FMCG - Nigeria - Western Africa
Function: Sales
Job description
The Retail Store Manager - Fashion will be responsible for
running one of their stores, meeting company’s targets and policies. He will
ensure that promotions are accurate and merchandised to the company’s
standards, staffs are fully versed on the target for the day and excellent
customer care standards are met. He / she will also be expected to maximise
profit while minimising costs.
Responsibilities
Analysing sales figures and forecasting future sales volumes
to maximise profits
Managing stock levels and making key decisions about stock
control
Analysing and interpreting trends to facilitate planning
Managing and motivating the sales team to increase sales and
ensure efficiency
Touring the sales floor regularly, talking to colleagues and
customers, and identifying or resolving urgent issues
Using information technology to record sales figures, for
data analysis and forward planning;
Dealing with staffing issues such as interviewing potential
staff, conducting appraisals and performance reviews, as well as providing or
organising training and development
Ensuring standards for quality, customer service and health
and safety are met
Resolving health and safety, legal and security issues
Responding to customer complaints and comments
Promoting the organisation locally by liaising with local
schools, newspapers and the community in general
Organising special promotions, displays and events;
attending and chairing meetings
Updating colleagues on business performance, new initiatives
and other pertinent issues
Maintaining awareness of market trends in the retail
industry, understanding forthcoming customer initiatives and monitoring what
local competitors are doing
Initiating changes to improve the business, e.g. revising
opening hours to ensure the store can compete effectively in the local market
Qualifications:
University degree in a commercial/business related subject
Minimum of 5-8 years experience in multiple chain store
environment or retail Sales/Marketing in the FMCG Sector
Strong commercial understanding of business
issues/opportunities
Good grasp of retail strategies and planning issues
Results oriented, entrepreneurial and self-motivated
Tenacious and resilient, driven to achieve even when faced
with obstacles
Very strong managerial, leadership and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical skills with ability to develop strategies
and tactics as well as implementation skills
Ability to think outside the box
Must have excellent communication & negotiation skills
at all levels and demonstrate a high level of initiative
Should be honest and hardworking
High proficiency in MS Office applications
Team oriented and outgoing
Renumeration:
Attractive package
Application Closing Date:
18th September, 2012
How To Apply:
Interested candidates should
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