Head of Business Retail

6 days ago

Western Cape, South Africa Blue Label Telecoms Full time

**Job Purpose**

The Head of Business - Retail oversees the Retail Division's strategic direction, financial control, and growth. This Senior Leadership position will ensure the alignment of business objectives with overall corporate goals while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

**Key Responsibilities**

Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement comprehensive retail strategies to drive profitability and market share.
- Align retail operations with broader business objectives and corporate vision.
- Identify new market opportunitiesand lead initiatives to capitalize on them.
- Ensure the brand's consistency and integrity across all retail channels.

Financial Control
- Oversee the financial performance of the retail division, ensuring adherence to budgets and financial targets.
- Develop and manage financial plans and forecasts, focusing on revenue growth and cost control.
- Analyze financial reports and data to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
- Implement robust financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Team Growth and Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop retail management and teams to achieve high performance.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
- Implement training and development programs to enhance skills and career progression.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

**Competencies**
- Strong financial acumen and experience in Budget Management and Financial Analysis.
- Excellent Leadership, Communication, and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to think strategically and execute effectively.
- Strategic Vision and Thinking.
- Financial Expertise.
- Leadership and Team Development.
- Market Awareness.
- Problem Solving.
- Results-Oriented.
- Customer Focus.
- Adaptability.
- Innovation.
- Operational Excellence
- Proven track record of driving Retail Growth and Profitability.
- Willingness to travel extensively
- A strong network within the Retail Sector would be advantageous.

**Education**
- Matric - Essential
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Finance, or a related field - Essential
- MBA - Preferred

**Experience**
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Retail Management.
- At least 5 years in a Senior Leadership role.

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