Head of Retail at Smartf Recruiter

Smartf Recruiter - Our client in the Retail Sector is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Retail

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description
As the Retail Head, you will:

• Support the design of overall business and retail business strategies. Lead the execution, monitoring, and reporting of retail business strategies.
• Execute Management’s directions and ensure that Management decisions are properly communicated to staff and all stakeholders
• Develop and implement strategies towards improved sales across all outlets
• Collaborate with Store Managers and other stakeholders to develop initiatives for attracting and retaining customers
• Conduct periodic resource cost forecasting, and annual budgetary management to ensure cost savings
• Assist with revenue forecasting by providing monthly reports
• Analyze different suppliers to obtain the best cost-effective deals.
• Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw materials to identify shortages. Ensure product stock is adequate for all outlets and can cover direct demand from customers.
• Spearhead prompt inventory maintenance and implementation of P&L practices.
• Engage customers positively to sustain a mutual relationship and ensure continued patronage from customers.
• Implement and maintain all in-house retail displays. Implement cyclical displays to support all in-house promotions and events.

Must Have for The Position

• HND / B.Sc. in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or any other relevant discipline
•  8 years’ post-graduation experience in Retail/ Sales with 5 years as a Retail Sales Manager for multiple stores
• An MBA or master’s degree in any business-related discipline is an added advantage
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Salary
N350,000 - N400,000 monthly net plus other benefits.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2022.