RETAIL OPERATIONS MANAGER

Overview:

The role of the Regional Manager has operational and financial responsibility for the assigned territory to achieve the set sales and financial objectives through successful planning and implementation of business plans. He/She manages full spectrum of retail operations and implement best practices across the level. This role is a dedicated resource to bring a sharp focus on all operational capabilities, programs, process and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Execution

· Develop and implement growth strategies together with CEO

· Set performance goals and manage expansion budgets.

• Store Operations Management

· Ensure efficient operations of new and existing stores.

· Develop and refine SOPs for scalable operations.

· Conduct regular store visits and audits.

• Sales and Profitability

· Drive sales growth and profitability.

· Analyze sales data and implement promotional strategies.

· Manage pricing and discount policies.

• Inventory and Supply Chain Management

· Oversee inventory levels and supply chain logistics.

· Implement inventory control measures.

· Ensure timely stock replenishment by working with Merchandising Dept

• Customer Experience

· Develop and enforce customer service standards.

· Monitor customer satisfaction and handle feedback.

· Provide the framework for the best customer experience

• Team Management and Development

· Recruit, train, and manage retail staff.

· Develop training programs and conduct performance reviews.

· Foster a positive work environment.

• Marketing and Visual Merchandising

· Collaborate on in-store marketing campaigns together with Marketing Department

· Ensure consistent visual merchandising standards.

· Gather customer insights and market trends.

• Financial Management

· Manage store budgets and financial performance.

· Analyze financial reports such as Petty Cash Analysis and ensure compliance with policies.

• Compliance and Risk Management

· Ensure legal, regulatory compliance.

· Implement health and safety standards.

• Technology and Systems Management

· Oversee retail management systems.

· Ensure effective functioning of POS and other technologies.

· Utilize data analytics for operational improvements.

• Project Management

· Lead and manage store openings and renovations.

· Coordinate with stakeholders for new store setups.

· Ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.

• Growth Management

· Develop and execute expansion plans with CEO

· Assist in conducting market research for new locations.

· Manage logistics and operations of new store setups.

· Monitor performance of new outlets and drive growth.

Intersecting Points with Other Departments;

1. Collaboration with Marketing Department

· Campaign Coordination: Collaborate on in-store marketing campaigns and promotions, ensuring alignment with overall brand strategy.

· Market Insights: Share customer feedback and sales data to inform marketing strategies and campaigns.

· Promotional Activities: Coordinate timing and execution of promotions and events to drive foot traffic and sales.

· Branding: Ensure consistency in brand messaging and visual identity across all retail outlets.

2. Collaboration with Merchandising Department

· Inventory Planning: Work together on inventory levels, product assortments, and stock replenishments to meet customer demand.

· Visual Merchandising: Collaborate on store layout, product displays, and visual merchandising standards to enhance the customer experience.

· Product Launches: Coordinate on the timing and execution of new product launches and seasonal collections.

· Sales Data: Share sales performance data to optimize merchandising strategies and product placements.

3. Collaboration with Finance Department

· Budget Management: Develop and manage budgets for store operations, expansions, and promotional activities.

· Financial Reporting: Provide regular financial reports and analyses to track store performance and profitability.

· Expense Control: Work on cost control measures and financial planning for efficient store operations.

· Investment Analysis: Collaborate on financial feasibility studies for new store openings and expansion projects.

4. Collaboration with Human Resources (HR) Department

· Recruitment: Coordinate the hiring process for new staff in expanding outlets and existing stores.

· Training and Development: Develop training programs and conduct staff training in collaboration with HR.

· Performance Management: Implement performance reviews and provide feedback to employees in coordination with HR policies.

· Employee Relations: Address employee concerns and foster a positive work environment with HR support.

5. Collaboration with CEO Office

· Strategic Alignment: Ensure retail operations align with the overall strategic goals and vision set by the CEO.

· Performance Reporting: Regularly update the CEO on store performance, growth progress, and key operational metrics.

· Expansion Plans: Present and review expansion plans, market analysis, and feasibility studies with the CEO.

· Decision-Making: Participate in strategic decision-making processes and provide insights from retail operations.

· Any other ad-hoc tasks assigned

Desired Skills:

• An excellent communicator, Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Good eyes on fashion and women's products.
• Have strong personal organization and project management abilities.
• Diligent, an eye for details, resourceful, highly adaptable and able to work independently.
• Have excellent knowledge of MS Office, marketing computer software and online applications; CRM tools, Online analytics, Google Ad Words etc.
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Strategic mindset and excellent executor.
• Willing to travel/outstation or relocated nationwide.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time, Contract

Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM4,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Parental leave
• Professional development

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Senawang: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• store manager or managerial positions in Retail Industry: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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