Retail Store Manager at Sa’ianwara ’I’jumai Consultaire Limited (SCL) - 2 Openings

SCL is a fully indigenous limited liability Agro-Allied company registered in 2010. With a focus on Environment, Crops, Livestock, and People, SCL is committed to transforming the agricultural landscape and contributing to sustainable development. Our Farm-Farmer School, located within our 100-hectare farm, provides hands-on training in regenerative agriculture to farmers, institutions, policymakers, trainers, and extension workers.

Our vision is to restore the lost glory of agriculture as a vital sector for sustaining the Nigerian people. Our mission is to produce premium products and services through modern concepts and technology, making Agro-Allied Business a major source of economic empowerment and livelihood for Nigerians.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Retail Store Manager

Locations: Maitama and Kwali, Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time
Direct Report to: Director, Business, and Systems Development
Dotted Report To: Office of the Vice President

Position Summary

• The Store Manager is responsible for the overall management, performance, and profitability of SCL’s retail store, where all farm produce and agro-allied products are displayed and sold.
• The role ensures proper inventory control, product quality management, sales growth, customer satisfaction, compliance with food safety standards, and alignment with SCL’s core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.

Key Responsibilities
Store Operations Management:

• Oversee daily store operations and ensure smooth functioning
• Ensure proper display and merchandising of farm produce and processed products
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Store operations.

Inventory & Stock Control:

• Receive products from farm units and verify quality and quantity
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory systems
• Monitor product shelf-life and minimize spoilage or wastage
• Conduct periodic stock audits
• Coordinate replenishment with production units.

Sales & Revenue Growth:

• Develop and implement sales strategies
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts
• Identify new market opportunities and customer segments
• Support promotional and marketing activities.

 Financial Accountability:

• Oversee cash handling and POS transactions
• Ensure accurate daily sales reconciliation
• Prevent loss, theft, or misappropriation
• Submit periodic financial and performance reports.

Customer Service & Relationship Management:

• Ensure high standards of customer service
• Address customer complaints professionally
• Build strong relationships with repeat customers
• Promote SCL brand values and product quality.

Team Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise store assistants and sales staff
• Train staff on customer service and product knowledge
• Set performance targets and conduct evaluations
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and ethical standards.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Implement fraud prevention and internal control measures
• Ensure safeguarding standards are maintained within store operations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Monthly sales growth percentage
• Inventory accuracy rate
• Stock loss/wastage rate
• Customer satisfaction rating
• Timely submission of reports
• Profit margin performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND qualification in Business Administration, Marketing, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or related fields
• 3 - 5 years experience in retail store management (agro-related experience preferred)
• Strong inventory and financial management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems
• Knowledge of food safety standards is an advantage.

Competencies:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced farm-based environment.

Working Conditions:

• Based at SCL’s retail store and farm premises
• May require weekend or extended hours during peak sales periods
• Direct engagement with farm production units.

Application Closing Date
13th March, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resumes, cover letters, and references in a single file (Word document or PDF) to: recruitment@sclng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• SCL is an equal opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce; we do not discriminate in employment based on race, creed, colour, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion, or marital status.
• For information on SCL, visit our website atwww.sclng.com.