Store Manager - Newcastle

We’re building a talent pipeline - why?  Because we’re proactively planning for the future. By getting to know great candidates ahead of time, we can move quickly when the right opportunities open up.If you have retail Store Management experience and are considering a career move in the coming months, we’d love to connect with you about a future role: iK Store Manager, based in Newcastle.Disclaimer: This is a talent pipeline advert.  Our team will be on annual leave during December, so applications will be reviewed and candidates contacted in the new year.If you apply now, your application will be prioritised when we return and begin growing our iK Tribe.So, what will you do? You will play a pivotal role in driving sales and activation ratios.Manage in-branch marketing activities, assist in staff route planning for outbound initiatives, and create revenue-generating opportunities aligned with iKhokha' s goals.Take charge of P&L statements, effectively manage branch staff, and serve as a brand ambassador of the iK Tribe and culture within the branch.Contribute to community engagement efforts, evangelizing iKhokha to create a strong local brand presence.In addition to the above, you will: You will be accountable for the performance and management of a few iKhokha store’s.Responsible for store P&L’s.Responsible for sales and customer service.Responsible for maintaining relationships linked to stores.Interview, recruit, and train new staff.Implement performance management processes to ensure that new staff thrive and targets are met.You will need first level HR and IR skills.Monitor productivity of staff daily as per company requirement.Responsible for in-store stock management including weekly stock takes and cycle counting.Maintain asset register of instore equipment and all branding materials.You will need a basic understanding of POS systems for stock management.Report back to internal stakeholders weekly/monthly on store performance.Share ad hoc survey results with necessary internal stakeholders.Provide feedback on general in-store activity.Report on required market insights within the designated area.