Area Operations Manager - Retail Richards Bay

This role is ideal for a candidate with Food Retail Management experience or strong proven senior retail experience

What You'll Need

• General retail experience 8 years ++ 
• 5–7 years in multi-site retail operations
• Branch or Regional Management retail experience at least 5 years
• Strong financial, stock control, and people management skills
• Valid driver's licence — extensive travel required
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Suite, and POS systems

Key Responsibilities

• Drive GP% targets and conduct weekly financial reviews across all sites
• Enforce stock controls — shrinkage below 1%, fuel variances below 0.5%
• Maintain site standards: cleanliness, pricing, merchandising, and compliance
• Oversee cash, banking, reconciliations, and back-office accuracy
• Lead, coach, and performance manage Site Managers and Supervisors
• Handle recruitment, disciplinaries, and CCMA matters
• Ensure HSEQ compliance and full system accuracy across all platforms

A high-growth business in the convenience sector is looking for a sharp, hands-on Operations Business Manager to oversee a portfolio of retail outlets You'll own the numbers, the standards, and the people.

If you have not heard back from us within 21 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful

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R25 000 to R40 000 = R480 000 p/a (Potential placement calculated on this value)

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