Assistant Store Manager- Econofoods x1
Job Details
- Company: Econofoods
- Job Title: Assistant Store Manager
- Location: Hilton, Bloemfontein, Free State
- Industry: Retail / FMCG
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Positions Available: 1
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Reference: BFLF001
- Department: BFLF – Retail – Hilton
- Closing Date: 20 October 2026
Job Description
The Assistant Store Manager will support the successful operation of the Econofoods retail store by driving sales, delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high store standards. The role involves managing stock, cash, merchandising, store operations and staff performance while ensuring compliance with health, safety, hygiene and food-quality requirements.
The successful candidate will also assist in reducing stock losses and operational risks, lead and develop employees, and ensure the store consistently achieves its business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive and promote sales through exceptional customer service.
- Maintain high customer service standards at all times.
- Ensure the store meets company merchandising and presentation standards.
- Manage stock availability, pricing, promotions and merchandising.
- Assist with receiving stock, stock counts and expiry-date management.
- Monitor the condition and quality of stock.
- Recruit, train, coach and manage store employees.
- Support and promote Econofoods’ HO HOLA Culture.
- Manage cash operations, including preparing floats and daily banking.
- Provide cashier support when required.
- Monitor and manage employee performance.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
- Maintain hygiene and food-quality and safety standards.
- Analyse store sales data and identify opportunities for growth.
- Oversee opening and closing procedures and store security.
- Build positive relationships with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
- Help reduce operational risks and stock losses.
- Ensure the store achieves and exceeds business targets.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent qualification.
- A tertiary qualification will be an advantage.
- 3–5 years’ experience as a Retail Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager.
- FMCG retail experience will be advantageous.
- Experience leading and managing a team.
- Proven ability to achieve sales targets.
- Proven customer service experience.
- Knowledge of retail operations, inventory management, merchandising and store procedures.
- Valid driver’s licence, preferably with own vehicle.
Competencies & Skills
- Strong leadership and team-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
- Strong relationship-building abilities.
- Friendly, helpful, confident and humble approach.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and competitive environment.
- Strong sales and business acumen.
- Ability to analyse sales data and market trends.
- Strong planning, organising and control skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-service orientated.
- Confident and able to work under pressure.
- Good stress tolerance.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.