Junior Retail Store Manager – CLJRSM

Main job function
Junior Retail Manager – Pretoria East (Home Decor)
A Pretoria East interior decor (Curtains, Blinds and flooring) Retail store is looking for a Junior Retail Manager to help oversee store operations, guide a small team and drive elevated customer experiences and sales performance.

Qualifications
Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent
Interior Design or similar tertiary qualification will be beneficial
Background that includes working with or supporting interior designers in a retail or décor-related environment
Prior retail management or team leadership experience; preferably in interior décor, furniture, curtains/blinds or similar lifestyle retail sectors
Educational background or practical training in Interior Design, or experience working with interior design clients
Strong organisational, leadership and customer service orientation
Proficiency in basic administration and retail systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Be able to work alternative weekends on a rotational basis

Criteria
Oversee daily store operations and manage front-of-house team (e.g. retail assistants)
Monitor monthly sales targets; generate reports and adjust strategies
Train staff on interior-focused product knowledge, upselling techniques, and décor consultations
Ensure consistent visual merchandising and store presentation
Provide personalised consultations to high-value clients and guide product selection
Monitor inventory levels, stock samples, and coordinate reordering with suppliers
Assist with installation scheduling and client follow-up to ensure satisfaction
Handle customer issues or complaints with professionalism and escalate as needed

Remuneration: R18K

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.