TRAFFIC
Gauteng
Area Manager (Retail) - Gauteng
Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Job Description
Johannesburg, South Africa Posted on 03/03/2026
We're seeking a retail leader with a passion for driving sales and developing teams. If you have a track record of success in the clothing industry and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. As part of our team, you will enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment, the chance to lead a dynamic team, and the opportunity to make a real impact on business growth.
Responsibilities- Lead, train, and develop our store managers to achieve sales and profitability goals
- Conduct store visits, evaluate operations, and implement improvements
- Recruit, hire, and train new managers to join our team
- Analyze sales data, minimize costs, and optimize inventory management
- Foster a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork across our stores
- 5-10 years of retail experience (clothing sector a plus!)
- Tertiary qualification advantageous
- Proven people management skills and a sales-driven mindset
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- High level of self-motivation, determination, and integrity
About This Role
Career insights for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers positions
Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to
R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening
Service Orientation
Speaking
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Common Technologies
Claris FileMaker
Microsoft Access 365
Oracle Database 23c
Final Cut Pro
YouTube
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QuickBooks POS
UKG Dimensions
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers Insights
Median Salary (ZAR)
R42,824/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
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