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retail department manager

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Description

Retail department managers are responsible for activities and staff in a section in a store.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

company policies employment law teamwork principles communication principles accounting techniques

Practical Skills

supervise sales activities carry out sales analysis ensure compliance with legal requirements manage revenue implement sales strategies control of expenses ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations manage staff set sales goals order supplies manage budgets set sales promotions maximise sales revenues monitor customer service monitor proper product handling implement marketing strategies measure customer feedback train employees perform market research improve business processes analyse consumer buying trends examine merchandise perform procurement processes meet deadlines motivate staff to reach sales targets maintain relationship with suppliers evaluate employees show diplomacy negotiate buying conditions manage inventory recruit employees maintain relationship with customers manage theft prevention apply business acumen create solutions to problems