Branch Manager
BE CENTRAL DIVISION
BE Bloemfontein 5650 / BE CENTRAL
We are a seeking suitably qualified Branch Manager to oversee all branch functions within the BE Bloemfontein store. The ideal candidate needs to take ownership of all branch activities, lead a profitable, and sustainable business unit which contributes to the overall success of the organisation.
Ideal candidates would have solid experience running a store and would have had exposure to managing profit and growth targets within the retail environment. The role is responsible to communicate and drive daily operations of the branch and ensure its alignment to company goals. The role would drive all people related issues, customer service, sales, stock and credit management within the branch.
The role will
· Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch employees – thereby retaining a stable team who can deliver business goals
· Drive sales targets and manage operational efficiencies in order to maintain a healthy, profitable business
· Ensure excellent customer service by playing an active role in customer contact situations – thereby ensuring and maintaining healthy customer relationships
· Manage as well as control financial targets within company accepted norms and balance this against business risk
· Maintain and improve customer service, sales performance, stock efficiencies and manage business risk related to credit
· Ensure stock loss is minimized through compliance with security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
· Ensure administrative duties within the store are in accordance with company guidelines
· Guide, manage and verify operations within the Branch to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory legislation
· People Management – training, mentoring, coaching and management of staff within the store
Requirements:
· A valid driver’s license
· A Matric/Grade 12 educational qualification
· Business-related tertiary qualification would be an advantage
· Minimum 3 years’ retail management experience preferably in the furniture retail industry
· Computer literate
· Strong leadership abilities
· Management abilities – Manage, lead, motivate, develop and empower branch staff
We require a tough-minded individual who is target driven, thrives on driving performance and is able to juggle customer service while working in a high-pressure sales environment.
E-mail a short CV (please include a clear copy of your South African ID, Valid Driver License and Grade 12 certificate) to:
OdetteG@lewisgroup.co.za
Closing Date: Friday, 30 October 2026
Please clearly stipulate “Branch Manager – BE Bloemfontein” in the subject of your email when applying.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Requirements
Pay: R10 000,00 - R12 500,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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