Job Description
Description
- The Head of Retail is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing and coordinating all retail operations, including managing partner stores, sales promoters, and Regional Sales Managers across multiple regions. This role plays a pivotal role in achieving sales targets, maintaining partner relationships, and ensuring consistent performance across the retail network.
Key Responsibilities
Retail Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive retail strategy aligned with the organization's objectives.
- Identify market trends and consumer preferences to inform product assortment, pricing strategies, and sales plans.
Partner Store Management:
- Establish and nurture relationships with partner stores, ensuring their alignment with the company's branding and customer service standards.
- Monitor partner store performance, including sales, inventory management, and compliance with company policies.
Sales Team Management:
- Supervise Regional Sales Managers in various regions, providing guidance, support, and coaching to achieve sales targets.
- Manage and coordinate a team of sales promoters, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
Performance Analysis and Reporting:
- Collect and analyze sales data, inventory reports, and regional performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Prepare and present reports to senior management, making data-driven recommendations.
Inventory Management:
- Oversee inventory planning and management to optimize stock levels at partner stores.
- Ensure effective inventory turnover and minimize stockouts or overstock situations.
Marketing and Promotions:
- Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and execute marketing campaigns and promotions in partner stores.
- Monitor the impact of marketing initiatives on sales and adjust strategies accordingly.
Compliance and Standards:
- Ensure partner stores adhere to company standards, including visual merchandising, customer service, and operational procedures.
- Monitor regulatory compliance in all regions of operation.
Budget Management:
- Manage the retail department's budget, making sure resources are allocated effectively to meet business objectives.
Customer Experience:
- Focus on enhancing the customer experience in partner stores to build brand loyalty and reputation.
- Address customer feedback and complaints promptly.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
- 6 - 10 years work experience.
- Proven experience in retail management, including partner store management and team leadership.
- Experience in the mobile or telecommunications ecosystem
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong partner relationships.
- Knowledge of retail software and inventory management systems.