Vacancy
Job Description
Job Summary: Retail Manager
We seek an experienced, self-motivated and result oriented Retail Manager to oversee the operations of
our branches. Farmers Hub distributes agricultural inputs i.e.: (Stock feeds, day-old chicks, Fertilizers,
2. seeds, crop chemicals and general hardware.) The successful candidate will ensure excellent customer
service, drive sales growth, and maintain operational efficiency across all branches
Reports to: Director of Operations
Duties and Responsibilities
3. Duties and Responsibilities
i. Strategic Planning
• Develop and implement retail strategies to achieve sales targets and expand market share.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform business decisions.
ii. Operations Management
• Supervise and coordinate activities across all our branches
• Ensure regulatory compliance (MCAZ, Pesticide, Seed, EMA and Local Authorities
• Maintain high store standards, cleanliness, and organization.
iii. Sales and Customer Service
• Drive sales growth through effective merchandising, promotions and customer
engagement.
• Develop and implement customer loyalty programs.
• Ensure excellent customer service and resolve customer complaints
iv. Inventory Management
• Manage inventory levels, replenishment, and distribution across branches.
• Minimize stockouts, overstocking, and obsolescence
• Implement effective inventory control measures
v. Team Management
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Branch Managers and sales staff.
• Conduct performance appraisals, training, and coaching.
vi. Financial Management
• Manage branch budgets, expenses ensuring profitability
• Analyze sales data and adjust pricing strategies
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
vii. Branch Development
• Identify opportunities for new branch openings or relocation
• Conduct feasibility studies and market research
• Oversee branch setup and launch.
Qualifications and Experience
. Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, or any related field. (NOT A MUST)
• 5+ years of retail management experience, preferably in agriculture inputs distribution chain.
(MUST)
• Knowledge of Crop Chemicals, Veterinary medicines, Poultry Production and Crop Production
(MUST)
• Proven track record of sales growth, customer satisfaction, and team leadership
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel extensively
• Proficient in MS Office, inventory management software, and POS systems
Job Summary
More Information
-
Job Application Details
APPLICATION DETAILS
Interested candidate should send the following documents to [email protected] with subject RETAIL MANAGER on or before 28 November 2024 at 13:00 • A statement of experience and career objectives of not more than 2 pages • Personal statement of not more than 1000 words with Key achievements and outstanding accomplishments in your career • A list of 3 traceable references with their name, position, organization, address, email address and phone number Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews
Please say that you got this job advertisement through Jobs Zimbabwe