Retail Operations Manager Durban

Our client, a South African favourite, is looking for a Retail Operations Manager who will grow retail sales through providing a comprehensive business consulting service to the company's retailers; ensuring their wellbeing, profitability and sustainability. *Main Focus Areas:* * Maintain close working relationships with the company's retailers * Advise and assist retailers with growth, profitability and cash flow * Analyse and accurately interpret performance statistics to consult retailers on improving poor performance areas and opportunities * Compile action plans, cash flow forecasts and feasabilities * Performing store audits through structured store visits and provision of written reports * Liaise with and assist retailers with store opening and re-launches   *What you need:* * Business related tertiary qualification * Retail management experience at a senior management level prefered * Alternatively a minimum of 5 years experience as a store manager at one of the major grocery chains * Valid Drivers licence essential * Must be willing to travel * Good business acumen and operational financial skills * Ability to develop open, sincere and trusting relationships   *What you need:* * Business related tertiary qualification * Retail management experience at a senior management level prefered * Alternatively a minimum of 5 years experience as a store manager at one of the major grocery chains * Valid Drivers licence essential * Must be willing to travel * Good business acumen and operational financial skills * Ability to develop open, sincere and trusting relationships