Trading Manager | B&Q | Rimmel Centre

Job Requisition ID: 130385 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

ROLE PURPOSE:

Take the lead, inspiring and motivating the team to deliver a great customer experience and achieve the most profitable store operation.

Oversee floor coverage, merchandise presentation, customer service and operational function within the store including opening and closing the store according to guidelines.

KEY ROLE SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Sales

• Drive sales to achieve and exceed top and bottom line.
• Understands local market trends, the competition and your impact on sales, costs and profit
• Utilize all available tools and systems to maximize sales and profit

Store Operations

• Enforce merchandise standards as set forth by visual department
• Communicate merchandise needs without delay
• Ensure the floor is neat, clean and reflect the given visual image
• Ensure all displays, fixtures and all visual areas reflect current visual guidelines

Customer Service

• Use all available information to make decisions through the eyes of the customer
• Communicate and engage effectively with customers, role-modelling a great customer experience
• Enhance and promote brand loyalty within the local community

People Management

• Manage people well everyday by following the core processes in all aspects of the employee  lifecycle

• Spot under performance quickly and manage it well by having effective performance conversations and using appropriate tools to support
• Identify talent and use tools and talent programmes to support personal growth

PERSON SPECIFIC:

Education: Graduate (Preferably Commerce, Economics, Business Admin

Minimum Experience and Knowledge:  3-5  years’ experience in store management, preferably in DIY / Home improvement

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