Area Manager

At Talented Recruitment we provide a fully integrated and forward thinking recruitment management service, using latest software systems to provide the best possible efficiency. We focus on our Clients strategic business needs and the competencies that will help meet those needs while ensuring we find the role that best suits our candidates. 10 years experience in recruitment with special areas of focus including Marketing, Finance, FMCG, Clothing/Fashion, HR and contact centre senior staff. We work with dynamic clients in selected sectors. Our client, a well-established retail company based in Durban, is seeking an ambitious and driven Area Manager to join their dynamic retail team. Roles and responsibilities: Administration of Stock Counts, including accurate and efficient Stock Counts with minimum disruptions to the Business. Responsibility for Administration and Management of Staffing, including Stores Training & Development, Contracts, Terminations and Disciplinary processes. Administration and Management of Stores, including Overtime management. Strategic planning and implementation to identify, develop and maintain Stores that fall within your portfolio so that they trade profitably and within expectation. This includes the management of non-performing Stores as per instructions and guidance provided to you. Responsibility for General Administration e.g. Administration for opening new Stores and closure of discontinued Stores, general Administration etc. Strategic planning and implementation to identify and close out Risk and Safety areas of the Business. Forward thinking to assist with development and growth of the Business. Self-discipline, focus and planning to ensure duties are performed and deadlines are met. This includes follow up and follow through of tasks until successful completion within acceptable times frames. Leadership skills and the ability to work independently with minimum direction and follow up from Line Managers. This includes acceptable communication with your Stores and Line Managers. Responsibility for compliance to Operational, Legal and Statutory requirements. Driving Cost Saving initiatives and awareness. Requirements: Matric (Grade 12) certificate. Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role. Must be able to travel across KZN. Valid driver's licence Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and isiZulu. Strong leadership and people management skills. Computer literate, with at least basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel.