Shop Manager at CoKitchen

CoKitchen, a virtual foodcourt is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Shop Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Work with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers.
• Plan and implement a logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met.
• Use computer software to track goods from origin to delivery.
• Work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analyzing performance.
• Manage costs while maintaining quality.
• Ensure awareness of all activities throughout the shop.
• Develop new and existing relationships with suppliers/vendors.
• Stay informed about new trends, products, and developments in the sector.
• Supervise proper storage and maintenance of supplied products.
• Ensure regular sanitation and fumigation of the company's store against pests.
• Properly track products entering and leaving the storage.
• Conduct regular checks of products in storage for damage and expiration.
• Ensure products are supplied in proper condition and not expired.
• Perform proper reconciliation of invoices.
• Ensure correct pricing of all products on the shelf.
• Raise purchase orders (LPOs) and liaise with vendors for regular product supply.
• Ensure accurate uploading of product prices into the software system.
• Meet the requirement of price tagging all products on the shelf.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in shop management, preferably in retail or a supermarket.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement inventory and shop management strategies that drive business results.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in inventory modeling, forecasting, and optimization.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of supply chain technology, including ERP systems, MRP, and WMS.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

Working Conditions

• The Shop manager may be required to work extended hours or weekends to meet business needs.
• Travel may be required to attend supplier meetings or company facilities.
• The Shop manager may be required to always go around for surveys and marketing review.

Application Closing Date
10th July, 2023.