Permanent
FMCG - FMCG Retail Gauteng FULL TIME Job Summary Key Responsibilities: * Lead and coordinate operations across multiple regions and corporate stores. * Manage, mentor and hold Area Managers, Trainers and Store Managers accountable for performance. * Monitor sales, budgets, labour, controllable costs and overall store profitability. * Ensure compliance with HR, OHS, food safety and operational standards. * Oversee store administration, audits, reporting, repairs and maintenance. * Identify training needs and drive talent development and workforce planning. * Conduct regular performance reviews and implement improvement plans. * Collaborate with support, product development, training and marketing teams to ensure effective execution of operational and promotional initiatives. * Analyse store and market performance and identify opportunities for growth and improved operational efficiency. * Provide consolidated operational and financial reporting to the Head of Operations. Requirements: * SA Citizen * Grade 12 or equivalent; a relevant degree or diploma is advantageous. * 5–8 years’ proven multi-site operational management experience within F&B or QSR. * Strong leadership, people management and performance management experience. * Excellent financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control and labour optimisation. * Sound knowledge of OHS, food safety and employment legislation. * Strong MS Office and intermediate-to-advanced Excel skills. * Oracle or Micros back-office experience advantageous. * Fluent in English, both written and verbal. * Valid driver’s licence, own reliable vehicle and willingness to travel within South Africa, including to the Cape Town Head Office. Karen Tupper Recruitment Recruiter
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