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 – 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 – Peers are situated in every region of the country – Management is situated at Head Office Key Performance Areas: – 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 – 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 By Demi Kelly | April 30, 2024 | Comments Off on Area Manager – Retail Finance #J-18808-Ljbffr