Summary
Alshaya Group is hiring a Department Manager for Primark in Kuwait. The role involves leading, training and developing a department team to maximise sales and reduce stock loss, while working on the shop floor to support strong customer service. The manager will motivate Sales Associates, build their brand knowledge and deputize for the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager when needed. Applicants should have at least three years of retail experience, strong English communication skills and knowledge of MS Office; Arabic is an advantage.
The posting
As published on alshaya.com. Pulled from the employer's site and shown as they wrote it.
As the Department Manager you will train, develop, and lead a department team to maximise sales and reduce stock loss, working alongside them on the shop floor in order to demonstrate and drive an excellent standard of customer service.
You will ensure that all Sales Associates are highly motivated and knowledgeable about the brand, and you will also deputize for the Store and Assistant Store Manager during periods of absence.
Qualifications & Requirements:
You will have/be:
- At least 3 years retail experience.
- The ability to efficiently delegate tasks amongst a team, negotiate with customers and colleagues, and interview new hires, as needed.
- Excellent English communication skills (Arabic is an advantage).
- Knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Word, etc.
- Commercially aware and business orientated.