Retail Manager – Kroonstad
- Company: Motus Corporation
- Division: Motus Aftermarket Parts
- Business Unit: Kroonstad Midas
- Location: Kroonstad, Free State
- Industry: Automotive
- Job Type: Permanent
- Experience Level: Mid-Senior
- Functional Area: Operations
- Posted: 13 August 2026
- Closing Date: 19 August 2026
Job Overview
Midas is looking for a target-driven and enthusiastic Retail Manager to join its Kroonstad branch. The successful candidate will work closely with the Regional Retail Manager to drive branch success, profitability, cost control and customer satisfaction.
The role requires an experienced retail professional with strong sales and marketing knowledge within the automotive spares or vehicle parts industry.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12.
- Diploma in Business Management or Marketing – desirable.
- 3–5 years’ knowledge and experience in the sales and marketing of automotive spares or vehicle parts.
- Supervisory experience – essential.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Assertive personality with strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Clear criminal record.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organise and control retail operations and responsibilities.
- Manage and motivate warehouse and sales support staff.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and security laws and regulations.
- Assist with Industrial Relations (IR) and Human Resources matters.
- Ensure required quality standards are consistently maintained.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with budget planning and ensure adherence to budgets.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
- Understand and effectively manage the daily operations of the retail shop.
- Monitor the market and identify opportunities to grow the existing customer base.
- Work closely with the Regional Retail Manager to achieve branch objectives.
- Contribute to profitability and customer satisfaction.
Key Performance Areas
The Retail Manager will be expected to focus on:
- Retail Operations: Planning, organising and controlling daily retail activities.
- Team Management: Leading, motivating and supporting warehouse and sales staff.
- Compliance: Maintaining health, safety and security standards.
- HR & IR: Supporting employee-related matters.
- Quality: Ensuring consistent quality standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities to improve branch performance.
- Financial Management: Supporting budget planning, cost control and savings initiatives.
- Customer Growth: Understanding the market and expanding the existing customer base.