Job Position: Area ManagerRef: 4617Location: JohannesburgSalary: R40 000 to R50 000 per month commensurate with qualification and experienceEmail your CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.zaQualifications / 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 OfficeKey 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 tea- 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