💼 Full-Time Position

Area Operations Manager - Retail (Permanent) Richards Bay

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📍 richards bay, kwazulu natal, South-Africa
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Location
richards bay, South-Africa
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Posted
June 19, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

This role is ideal for a candidate with Food Retail Management experience or strong provensenior 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 recruit...