Retail Store Admin Manager – Pietermaritzburg (54736) Jobs

Retail Store Admin Manager – Pietermaritzburg (54736)

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• Job Type: Full Time
• Qualification: Bachelors or Matric
• Experience: 1 year
• Location: KwaZulu-Natal
• City: Pietermaritzburg
• Job Field: Administration / Secretarial, Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain

Job Description

Our client is a leading national retail group looking for experienced Store Admin Managers. You will handle financial and administrative tasks for busy retail stores in Pietermaritzburg, Midlands, and nearby areas. Each role covers one main branch, and there are multiple openings.

Key branches are in malls in Pietermaritzburg, Howick, and Hilton. These positions suit people who are good with business and enjoy a structured retail setting. You need to focus on accuracy, following rules, and making the store profitable.

You must have at least 18 months of experience in operations and admin work in a large, busy retail store. You will lead a team of 10-15 people, helping them follow admin processes while supporting sales in areas like food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, home care, or maintenance.

The work is fast-paced and focused on results, offering great opportunities for motivated retail professionals to grow.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle all store administration, reporting, and audits to stay compliant.
• Manage cash office tasks, including daily sales, banking, and float control, following company rules.
• Share and collect information between store and department managers to align with goals.
• Check and balance transactions for accuracy and follow internal controls.
• Oversee cashier performance, service quality, and overtime.
• Investigate and fix issues like discrepancies, tender problems, and end-of-day reports.
• Take full responsibility for cash handling, collections, and point-of-sale accuracy.
• Manage receiving goods, credits, and returns according to standard procedures.
• Ensure all stock transactions are accurate and secure.
• Review and confirm inventory documents and reconciliations.
• Track and report on stock levels, shrinkage, and goods in transit.
• Enter transactions accurately into SAP.
• Help with store budgeting, cost control, and profit tracking.
• Promote following of internal rules and standard procedures.
• Handle HR processes, submissions, and documents for the team, following procedures.
• Manage the workforce system, including data and transactions.
• Support the Store Manager with financial reports and audit preparation.
• Ensure the store delivers excellent customer service.

Minimum Requirements

• South African citizen.
• Matric certificate (essential).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Pass an MIE check with no criminal record and clear credit history.
• At least 18 months in a retail admin team lead role.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to processes.
• Deep knowledge of large retail operations, including stock, costs, and reporting.
• Good financial skills for managing budgets and costs.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Willing to work retail hours and travel when needed.

Advantageous Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in finance or retail management.
• Experience with Excel, SAP, Unisolv, SuccessFactors, or similar systems.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive CTC package, negotiable based on experience.
• Full benefits including medical aid and provident fund.
• Staff discounts and performance incentives.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through Ntice Sourcing Solutions’ careers page.

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