Area Manager - retail finance

Job Position: Area Manager Ref: 4617 Location: Johannesburg Salary: R40 000 to R50 000 per month commensurate with qualification and experience Email your CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.za Qualifications / Requirements: • B.Com Degree or Diploma (retail / finance management or related) • Minimum 5 years operational management experience within a multi-site environment • Extensive people management and leadership experience of junior management employees • Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements financial rations, etc) • Willingness to travel • Technical skills – proficient in retail, financial, risk, human resource and change management and having business acumen • Communication - strong verbal and written communication skills • Ability to articulate issues and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams • Analytical skills - keen attention to detail and the ability to analyse complex software systems to identify potential areas of weakness • Problem solving and decision-making skills - strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to identify key improvement areas and to assist with providing the best solutions • Adaptability - ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities • Team player - collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a team environment • Commercial and entrepreneurial awareness • Essential competencies: - Deciding and initiating action - Leasing and supervising - Deliver results and meeting customer expectations - Adhere to principles and values - Presenting and communicating information - Analysing - Planning and organising - Coping with pressures and setbacks - Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking • Team interaction: - Peers are situated in every region of the country - Management is situated at Head Office Key Performance Areas: • Operational management: - Oversee day-to-day operations of multiple optometry practices - Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and company policies - Implement and optimize operational processes to enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction • Financial management: - Develop and manage budgets for each practice - Monitor financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions - Drive revenue growth through strategic initiatives • Staff management: - Recruit, train, and supervise optometrists and support staff - Foster a positive work environment and provide leadership to the team - Conduct performance reviews and address staffing needs • Quality assurance: - Implement and uphold quality standards in optometric care - Ensure adherence to best practices and continuous improvement in service delivery - Address customer feedback and implement improvements as needed • Marketing and business development: - Develop and execute marketing strategies to attract and retain patients - Identify business development opportunities and partnerships - Analyse market trends and adjust strategies accordingly • Inventory and supply chain management: - Manage inventory levels and supply chain logistics for optical products - Optimize ordering processes to maintain adequate stock levels - Monitor product quality and vendor relationships • Technology integration: - Stay abreast of technological advancements in optometry - Implement and integrate relevant technologies for enhanced patient care and operational efficiency