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Store Manager_Smart Bazaar

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Reliance Retail

India, Guwahati, Assam Full-Time On-site INR 5–7 LPA
Posted 3 weeks ago Apply by May 28, 2026

Job Description

Location

North East

Job Purpose

To lead end-to-end store operations, drive sales and profitability, ensure strong customer experience, and maintain operational excellence. The role requires a strong understanding of grocery retail, QSR/Hotel service standards, P&L management, and shrinkage control.

Key Responsibilities

  • Store Operations Management
  • Manage complete store operations including grocery, fresh, FMCG, and support functions.
  • Ensure SOP adherence, hygiene, food safety, and statutory compliance.
  • Maintain store readiness, visual merchandising, and planogram compliance.
  • Ensure smooth coordination between departments and support teams.
  • Sales, Revenue & P&L Management
  • Own store-level P&L, ensuring revenue growth and cost control.
  • Drive sales targets, conversion, ATV, and margin improvement.
  • Control operational expenses including manpower, utilities, and wastage.
  • Analyze daily/weekly MIS, sales trends, and take corrective actions.
  • Shrinkage & Loss Prevention
  • Drive shrinkage control through strong processes and audits.
  • Monitor pilferage, damages, expiry, wastage, and GRN mismatches.
  • Ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance and regular cycle counts.
  • Lead internal audits and implement corrective action plans.
  • Inventory & Supply Chain Management
  • Ensure optimal inventory levels, availability, and replenishment.
  • Control dead stock, near-expiry products, and damages.
  • Coordinate with DC, vendors, and category teams for smooth supply.
  • Ensure inventory accuracy and timely stock reconciliation.
  • Team Leadership & People Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop Department Managers, Supervisors, and CSAs.
  • Ensure manpower planning, rostering, attendance, and productivity.
  • Drive performance management, training, and employee engagement.
  • Handle discipline, grievances, and adherence to HR policies.
  • Customer Experience & Service Excellence
  • Deliver superior customer experience inspired by QSR/Hotel service standards.
  • Handle customer escalations and ensure quick resolution.
  • Drive service culture, queue management, and store ambience.
  • Ensure high customer satisfaction and repeat footfall.
  • Compliance, Audit & Reporting
  • Ensure compliance with statutory norms, food safety, safety, and legal requirements.
  • Prepare and review daily/weekly/monthly reports on sales, shrinkage, manpower, and costs.
  • Support internal, external, and statutory audits.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of Grocery Retail Operations
  • Proven P&L ownership
  • Shrinkage & loss prevention expertise
  • Customer service excellence (QSR/Hotel exposure preferred)
  • Team leadership & stakeholder management
  • Data analysis & MIS review
  • Knowledge of POS, ERP, and inventory systems

Educational Qualification

  • Graduate (Mandatory)
  • Hotel Management / QSR / Hospitality background preferred
  • Retail Management certification is an added advantage

Experience

  • 712 years of experience in Grocery Retail / Modern Trade
  • Prior experience as Store Manager / ASM / Operations Manager preferred
  • Exposure to QSR / Hotel operations will be a strong advantage

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Store sales & profitability (P&L)
  • Shrinkage % and inventory accuracy
  • Customer satisfaction & service metrics
  • Employee productivity & attrition
  • Audit & compliance scores

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