Area Manager, Polokwane, Limpopo,Upper Pretoria - must have Clothing Retail experience
Choice clothing · Polokwane -Pretoria, Limpopo
Posted 1 October 2026
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Job Description
JOB TITLE
DEPARTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Area Manager
Operations Department
To administer the full function relating to the branch and attending to customers
- reporting structure
Ops Manager
Regional Manager
Area Manager
- job requirements
Competency Requirements
Education
Minimum of a matric qualification
Past Experience
At least 2 – 3 years retail experience
Training and learning
2 – 3 wks on the job training
Traits and Behaviours
Energetic, teamplayer, numeracy, attention to detail, interpersonal skills/capabilities & customer service oriented, planning and organising, leadership and supervisory
Additional Requirements
Overtime and shift work may be required from time to time
- description
- Ensure that all staff are productive throughout the day
- Provide efficient customer service and motivate staff to assist customers in order to achieve daily budgets
- Provide staff training where necessary and identified – Staff Management
- Ensure staff are presentable and are wearing uniforms – Staff Management
- Resolve all staff issues which relate to the work – Staff Management
- Manage staff and take necessary disciplinary action where necessary and which is consistent with company practice and policy – Staff Management
- Ensure that the store is opened and closed at the correct times and control the keys of the store
- Control all stock, cash and company assets
- Ensure that stock is accurately received and despatched
- Ensure that all budgets and targets are achieved
- Regularly monitor all activities on the sales floor
- Control stock losses and maintain the company limits
- Maintain housekeeping standards effectively and to the highest standard
- Maintain merchandising and replenishment standards are the highest level
- Manage all administration procedures in respect of the stockroom, markdowns, lay-byes, cash, staff, etc.
- Prepare for and control all stock-takes in the store
- Communicate all company policy and procedural changes to staff – Staff Management
- Deal with all customer complaints and queries as well as those of head office
- Control all expenses and ensure that these are maintained under budget
- Communicate regularly with the Area Manager regarding any work related issues
- Ensure that the image of the company is portrayed in a favourable light at all times
- Ensure that all company documents and information is maintained safely
Duties & Responsibilities
Job Description
JOB TITLE
DEPARTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Store Manager
Operations Department
To administer the full function relating to the branch and attending to customers
- reporting structure
Area Manager
Store Manager
Supervisor
- job requirements
Competency Requirements
Education
Minimum of a matric qualification
Past Experience
At least 2 – 3 years retail experience
Training and learning
2 – 3 wks on the job training
Traits and Behaviours
Energetic, teamplayer, numeracy, attention to detail, interpersonal skills/capabilities & customer service oriented, planning and organising, leadership and supervisory
Additional Requirements
Overtime and shift work may be required from time to time
- description
- Ensure that all staff are productive throughout the day
- Provide efficient customer service and motivate staff to assist customers in order to achieve daily budgets
- Provide staff training where necessary and identified – Staff Management
- Ensure staff are presentable and are wearing uniforms – Staff Management
- Resolve all staff issues which relate to the work – Staff Management
- Manage staff and take necessary disciplinary action where necessary and which is consistent with company practice and policy – Staff Management
- Ensure that the store is opened and closed at the correct times and control the keys of the store
- Control all stock, cash and company assets
- Ensure that stock is accurately received and despatched
- Ensure that all budgets and targets are achieved
- Regularly monitor all activities on the sales floor
- Control stock losses and maintain the company limits
- Maintain housekeeping standards effectively and to the highest standard
- Maintain merchandising and replenishment standards are the highest level
- Manage all administration procedures in respect of the stockroom, markdowns, lay-byes, cash, staff, etc.
- Prepare for and control all stock-takes in the store
- Communicate all company policy and procedural changes to staff – Staff Management
- Deal with all customer complaints and queries as well as those of head office
- Control all expenses and ensure that these are maintained under budget
- Communicate regularly with the Area Manager regarding any work related issues
- Ensure that the image of the company is portrayed in a favourable light at all times
- Ensure that all company documents and information is maintained safely
Desired Experience & Qualification
1. Matric or relevant qualification
2. 5 years Retail Manager experience
3. Have contactable references
4. Proven Leadership
7. Management experience
8. Strong communication and problem solving skills
9. Result Driven mindset
10. Operational and Financial Acumen knowledge
11. Ability to develop strategic plans to achieve business objectives
12. Must Have Drivers License
13. Must have references and experience
Package & Remuneration
Market related salary with benefits
Interested?
Please email heading to : Vacancy : job title, Town : jackv@choiceclothing.co. za