Assistant Store Manager | Premium International Brand

Are you a born entrepreneur who thrives on innovation?
Or do you shine when driving collaboration, accountability, and excellence in a fast-paced retail environment?

If that sounds like you, keep reading.

An internationally renowned premium consumer brand with a strong retail footprint across South Africa is seeking a dynamic Assistant Store Manager to lead one of its high-end retail stores.

This is an opportunity to join a globally respected brand with a long-standing heritage and an exceptional reputation for quality and customer experience.

? Position Purpose

To uphold the integrity and promote the image of a world-class premium brand by managing the day-to-day operations of a Retail Boutique.

You will work closely with your team and Head Office stakeholders to drive growth, elevate customer experience, and ensure operational excellence.

? Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Boutique operations

• Store Operations

• Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service

• Monitor and drive daily sales performance and profitability

• Manage inventory, ordering, and loss prevention

• Handle cash reconciliation, reporting, and store administration

• Develop and grow Corporate Sales opportunities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and product safety

• Open and close the Boutique according to operational requirements

• Submit monthly reports to Head Office

Marketing & Brand Execution

• Identify and implement local marketing initiatives

• Support national marketing campaigns

• Ensure compliance with pricing and merchandising standards

• Maintain premium in-store presentation aligned to brand guidelines

? Skills & Knowledge

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Sales-driven with the ability to build and grow business

• Experience in merchandising premium products

• Excellent customer service and selling ability

• Strong time management and multitasking skills

• High attention to detail

• Proactive, self-motivated and team-oriented

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook)

• Comfortable using social media platforms

And yes — a passion for premium products doesn’t hurt ?

? Requirements

• 2–4 years’ retail management experience

• Tertiary qualification preferred

• Proven track record in achieving sales targets

• Experience in a premium retail environment advantageous

If you are commercially minded, brand-focused, and ready to lead a boutique team within a globally recognised premium business, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your retail leadership journey.