We are seeking an experienced and results-driven individual to oversee daily retail operations at our Gros Islet location.
RETAIL STORE SUPERVISOR
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven individual to oversee daily retail operations at our Gros Islet location. The successful candidate will lead our sales, marketing, and accounts functions, supervise staff, and drive sales profitability through relationship-based selling and strategic business planning, all while maintaining the highest standards of compliance with Isratech and corporate governance practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers to generate new business
Oversee sales staff, cashiers, warehouse personnel, and other employees
Manage finances and prepare an annual budget
Keep records of expenditures, sales figures, and employee performance
Evaluate the supply and availability of stocks and profit margins
Implement measures to avoid stock damage, theft, and wastage
Monitor shelves, stocks and product displays, and the general appearance of the store
Investigate market trends and offer products that would appeal to customers
Address customers' requests, comments, and complaints
Motivate employees to achieve targets
Train new staff members
Achieve growth and hit sales targets by successfully supervising the sales team
Design and implement a strategic business plan that expands the company's customer base and ensures its strong presence
Own objectives setting, coaching, and performance monitoring of sales representatives
Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs
Provide sales, revenue and expenses reports and realistic forecasts to the management team
Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status
Conduct market research to determine market requirements for existing and future products
Monitor stock and inventory, and perform quality assurance of merchandise on a regular basis
Ensure new merchandise gets to the sales floor in a timely manner and shelves are not left empty
Maintain outstanding store condition and a high standard of merchandising, placement, store signage and display
Develop and implement business strategies to attract new customers, expand store traffic and increase sales and profitability
Develop and arrange promotional material and in-store displays
Provide training to improve the knowledge base of staff and utilise cross-training methods to maintain productivity when employees are absent
Handle staff conflicts, complaints, and problems
Promote collaboration between staff members to develop a productive work environment
Comply with safety, health and sanitation best practices and regulations
Tour the sales floor regularly, talking to colleagues and customers to identify or resolve urgent issues
Conduct personnel performance appraisals to assess training needs and build career paths
Demonstrate in-depth product knowledge and maintain awareness of new products and services
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing communications
Assist in the planning, coordination and execution of all marketing campaigns including preparation of promotional materials, travelling to trade shows, conferences and sales meetings
Work closely with design agencies and assist with new product launches
Work closely with the accounts department
Create invoices for contractors employed by Isratech Caribbean Limited
Liaise with farm store owners regarding becoming resellers for JDI
Schedule and host events for resellers and customers as required
Visit farm stores island-wide in an effort to increase the number of resellers
Maintain quality customer service with resellers
Regularly update the list of resellers
Generate and submit quarterly reports of sales activities from resellers
Develop information and promote the products in your division by coordinating with the marketing department
Assist with regular cycle counts
Any other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors (Finance, Commercial/Sales, Legal, or related field)
Minimum 3 years' experience in Administration/Business Studies, Commercial/Sales, and Accounting/Finance respectively
Advanced English (written and spoken)
Proficient in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Sales ability and customer orientation
Data interpretation and reporting
Negotiation skills
Accounting knowledge
Strong administrative knowledge
Computer literacy
Ability to work effectively in a team
Thank you for applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.