Store Manager at Agurate Online Limited

Agurate Online Limited is a nationally recognized fashion retailer owned and managed by Agurate Online Limited. Agurate Online Limited was incorporated under Nigerian laws by the Corporate Affairs Commission in August 2015. We’re passionate about Fashion retail both online and offline - and it goes way beyond fashion. At Agu.ng, fashion is a way of life. We provide the best fashion materials and accessories. We are located in Onitsha Mall, Enugu Mall, Novare Mall Lekki, Novare Gateway Mall Abuja and Circle Mall Osapa. As we strive to bring your lovely fashion to your neighbourhood, you can always shop on our website. We differentiate ourselves through a combination of unique designs and styles merged with unequalled standards of quality and authenticity. Our founders Agurate Online Limited is a company built on hard work, fairness and customer satisfaction.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Store Manager

Location: Ahmadu Bello Way, Kaduna
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• As the Fashion Retail Store Manager, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the operations of our high-end fashion boutique.
• You will be tasked with creating an exceptional shopping experience for our discerning clientele, while also driving the store's financial performance and achieving ambitious sales targets.
• Your strong leadership, keen eye for fashion, and exceptional customer service skills will be paramount in this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective store policies, procedures, and best practices to optimize daily operations.
• Oversee the store's inventory management, including product ordering, receiving, and maintaining appropriate stock levels to meet customer demand.
• Ensure the store's visual merchandising and product presentation are consistently aligned with the brand's image and seasonal trends.
• Analyze sales data, identify trends, and implement strategies to improve financial performance and meet sales targets.
• Implement effective loss prevention measures to minimize discrepancies.
• Build, lead, and motivate a high-performing team of sales associates.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop employees to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Manage employee schedules, attendance, and performance to maintain optimal staffing levels.
• Foster a customer-centric culture by setting high standards for personalized service and client satisfaction.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of effective clienteling strategies to build long-term relationships with customers.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and develop strategic plans to enhance the store's operations, sales, and profitability.
• Stay informed of industry trends, and emerging fashion concepts to inform the store's strategic direction.

Skills:

• Demonstrated expertise in visual merchandising, inventory management, and financial analysis
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management abilities
• Proficient in the use of retail technology, point-of-sale systems, and inventory management software
• Passion for fashion, an eye for style, and a deep understanding of current and emerging trends
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse clientele

Competencies:

• Leadership and People Management:
• Customer Service and Clienteling
• Strategic Thinking and Adaptability
• Strong communication skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Deadline-Oriented.
• Trustworthy and dependable.

Application Closing Date
12th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note:

• Female only, for gender balance.
• Note that this role does not come with accommodation.