Overview

Store Manager – Hardware / Building Materials Retail

International Opportunity – Malawi

Are you a strong Store Manager from the hardware, building materials or home improvement sector looking for an exciting international opportunity?

A major hardware and home improvement retail operation in Malawi is seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead the operations of a large-format retail store serving both retail customers and trade professionals.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands how to run a high-volume retail environment, drive sales performance, manage stock tightly and lead a strong operational team.

The store carries an extensive product range across hardware, electrical, tiles, paint, building materials and homeware, servicing contractors, developers and retail customers alike.

Your Role

As a Store Manager you will take full responsibility for the commercial and operational performance of the store, including:

• Leading the daily operations of a large retail environment
  • Driving sales growth, profitability and operational excellence
  • Managing procurement, suppliers and product sourcing
  • Maintaining strict stock control and inventory management
  • Building strong relationships with contractors and trade clients
  • Leading, training and motivating a high-performing team
  • Ensuring exceptional customer experience and store standards
  • Managing store performance against financial and operational KPIs

This is a visible leadership role on the shop floor, not a desk job.

Ideal Background

This role will suit a South African retail professional with experience in:

• Hardware / Building Materials Retail
• Home Improvement Retail
• Trade Supply / Contractor-focused retail environments

Experience from companies or similar hardware / building supply retailers

Key Requirements

• 7+ years retail management experience
• Proven experience managing large-format retail stores
• Strong procurement and stock management experience
• Excellent commercial and financial management ability
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Hands-on, practical and operational leadership style

Expatriate Package

The successful candidate will receive a competitive expatriate package including:

ZAR 50,000 Net Salary per month (in hand)
Furnished accommodation provided
Company transport provided
Basic medical insurance
Annual return flights to point of origin aligned with leave cycle

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to:

• Lead a large-scale retail operation
• Gain international management experience
• Work in a growing retail and construction market
• Take full ownership of store performance and growth

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Store Manager looking to step into a larger leadership role internationally.

Interested candidates should apply with a detailed CV and Head and Shoulders Photo: Attention – Butch Mollett : Email – gordon@zjr.co.za Mobil / WhatsApp +27 83 689 4769.