didate would be required to be in East London 1 week in a month. The candidate could potentially be based in Gauteng, Western cape, KZN / Eastern cape Travel Extensive travel between stores– need to ensure that regular store visits are being conducted.

The operations manager is the direct link between store operations and all other Support center departments.

Experience: -

Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in a similar capacity as an Operations manager.
Clothing retail experience (preferred) Reporting Structure:
Operations Manager will report directly to the National Operations manager
Area managers & Store managers will report to the Operations manager
Qualification:

Minimum requirement BCom Degree (preferred)
Retail operations qualification will be an advantage
Job Purpose:

The Operations Manager assists the National operations manager to make careful considerations of all aspects in the business.

The Operations manager is responsible to ensure that the business goals, decisions & plans, are effectively executed & implemented within the business, in order to maximize the stores results in terms of costs, sales, shrinkage, people and profit.

Competencies (skills and attributes):

Ability to work under pressure
Need to be flexible and able to adapt and react to change.
Ability to use own initiative a driven and self -motivated individual
Attention to detail
Excellent Verbal & Written communication skills
A proven ability to manage staff to ensure maximum productivity
Strong business acumen and understanding of business financials
Willingness to work long hours and over weekends
Valid Drivers License – Code 8 unendorsed -

Computer literate: Microsoft Office suite Working

Company Pool Vehicle, Company Cell phone and Company Laptop

Please only apply if you have the necessary experience. Only -shortlisted candidates will be contacted