Assistant Store Manager

AlFuttaim

Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Retail
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

* Support the store manager in planning and directing daily store operations to achieve sales and profitability targets
* Monitor sales performance, conduct category meetings, and recommend improvement strategies
* Execute promotional programs, monitor effectiveness, and provide feedback on results
* Implement expense control measures and ensure shrinkage remains within tolerance levels
* Ensure timely restocking, accurate inventory adjustments, and proper merchandising displays
* Handle customer queries and complaints with professionalism, promoting loyalty programs and conversion strategies
* Maintain compliance with SOPs, brand standards, grooming guidelines, and internal controls
* Support cash handling, banking, refunds, and documentation accuracy
* Supervise store controllable expenses, asset protection, risk management, and inventory control
* Liaise with mall management and ensure smooth store-level operations
* Guide and monitor team development, performance appraisals, and personal growth plans
* Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and build a positive team culture

Candidate Requirements

* Minimum 2 years of experience in retail operations and team management, preferably in the beauty sector
* Strong knowledge of the beauty industry and current market trends
* Proficiency in retail operations, including stock management, VM, cash handling, and systems
* Customer-focused, results-driven, and skilled in relationship building
* High integrity, adaptability, and ability to manage ambiguity
* Strong team spirit with proactive initiative and leadership abilities