Dimension of the role :<ul><li>Manage and overlook entire operation of the store</li><li>Maintaining relationships with both internal and external customers for the betterment of the store operation.</li><li>Achieving daily, weekly, monthly &amp; yearly sales budget and net profit budget and reporting all required data</li><li>Responsible of the overall smooth operation of the store and maintaining necessary quality standards whilst keeping the overheads to a minimum</li><li>Overall responsibility of security, cleaning, hygiene, health &amp; safety and waste management, damage and shrinkage controlling and ensuring minimum physical theft</li><li>Adhering to the operational check lists, SOP’s and other procedures and standards whilst ensuring the Assistant Retail Managers follows their respective departmental checklists</li><li>Ensuring the stock takes are conducted as per the agreed time lines</li><li>Analyzing stock requirements based on supply and demand and maintaining budgeted stock holding days while optimizing stock turns to improve cash flow.</li><li>Sale reports, business reports and stock walk updates and other required details to be shared with finance team, HOD &amp; Head of Operations as and when necessary.</li><li>Following proper merchandising practices and conducting spot checks across departments to ensure all units are cleaned, to avoid expired items, mismatching labels or any other quality deviation</li><li>Enhancing store ambience (lighting, music and signage) to create the ideal shopping environment for customers</li><li>Carry out the business requirements of Head of Operations or/and management</li><li>Maintain and ensuring a superior customer service is provided to all customers by attending resolving customer complaints whenever necessary</li><li>Maintaining a healthy relationship with suppliers and other external stake holders (CAA/ MOH/</li><li>Municipal Council etc.) and utilizing their services in the optimum way.</li><li>Responsible of the overall employee well being, motivation of employees, staff grooming, maintaining necessary disciplinary levels while keeping the employee turn over rate to a minimum</li><li>Assisting the HR department in identifying training requirements and embedding a performance driven culture</li><li>Liaise with marketing department and ensuring the necessary promotions are carried out in a timely and a cost effective manner</li><li>Adhering to SPAR values, company policies and procedures, corporate governance, code of conduct and relevant legislation</li><li>Being a SPAR ambassador and maintaining all set standards</li></ul> Minimum requirements:<ul><li>Degree in Business Management or equal</li><li>G.C.E O/L and A/L</li><li>Minimum 05 years of experience in retail environment in similar capacity</li><li>Working knowledge in both oral and written</li><li>Manage a team of people to achieve set targets</li><li>Communicate effectively with consumers, teammates and suppliers</li><li>Being proactive and developing strategies to improve sales</li><li>Listening and attention to details</li><li>Ability to take control of issues and mitigate as per business needs</li><li>Ability to work through numerous and varied decisions taken under pressure</li></ul>

Retail Manager

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<ul><li>Driving the motivation of HMR staff to achieve GP targets.</li><li>Achieving service excellence in terms of produced HMR goods and customer service.</li><li>Analyzing and minimizing production line material wastage</li><li>Actively formulating monthly target plans and effectively initiating them</li><li>Supervising a smooth production line.</li><li>Formulating new and improved recipes</li><li>Ensuring consistency of all HMR goods and ensuring that all production line commi’s and Kitchen helpers adhere to the standard recipes.</li><li>Taking part in management discussions when required and providing valuable output.</li><li>Working in line with management goals and requirements</li><li>Informing Demi chef and HMR staff regarding management expectations and producing objectives to achieve them</li><li>Ensuring all HMR machinery and equipment is maintained according to manufacturers recommendation and are safe to use.</li><li>Ensuring that ingredients are stored at the correct temperatures in a clean cold room in sealed tubs</li><li>Monitoring quality of ingredients and raising concerns with suppliers when required</li><li>Ensuring Commi Level staff are fully aware of stock expiry management and how to utilize stock with minimum wastage.</li><li>Ensuring no expired goods are used in production line and ensure all expired goods are correctly disposed.</li><li>Exploring various displaying techniques to gain customer attraction and improve sales (Display management).</li></ul> Minimum requirements:<ul><li>G.C.E O/L and A/L</li><li>Expert proficiency in Bread, cake and pastry making</li><li>Good IT knowledge (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PPT)</li><li>Matric / NQF level 4 equivalent (Added Advantage)</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in hot food kitchen (Preferably in retail industry)</li><li>Minimum 3 years of management experience.</li><li>Working knowledge on both oral and written.</li></ul>

චෙෆ් ඩි පාර්ටි (HMR) / Chef de Partie (HMR)

Dimension of the role :<ul><li>Formulate “Category Strategy” aligned with company objectives</li><li>Negotiating with relevant suppliers on margins and other commercials including investments, Swell Allowances, DC claims/margins, Promotions, Rebates and Joint Business Plans.</li><li>Optimize and Grow Category GP levels as per the company targets</li><li>Grow Category sales as per the company targets</li><li>Work in collaboration with the relevant Category Demand Planner</li><li>Ensure highest quality products are procured consistently</li><li>Ensure suppliers are selected based on ethical and fair-trade practices</li><li>Advice and guide retail staff on best practices in storage and merchandising</li><li>Understand consumer behavioral trends.</li><li>Optimize and Growing Category GP targets based on requirement.</li><li>Assist in ensuring supplier contributions are received for promotional campaigns and store investments</li><li>Assist in Managing the monthly Promo Schedule, Campaigns and Other Supplier Income</li><li>Assisting periodical Product, Category and Supplier Reviews</li><li>Monthly periodic supplier review meetings, to discuss on improvements.</li><li>Continuous improvements to the existing ranges through searching suitable suppliers &amp; concepts.</li><li>Assist in implementing the Procurement Dry Senior Manager’s and Head of Commercial’s strategies in achieving departmental Sales/ GP</li><li>Monthly monitoring of competitor categories and range gap analysis.</li><li>Assist in developing and adhere to SOP’s</li><li>Competitor surveys on range and price.</li><li>Assist in Private Label supplier selection</li><li>Conduct category reviews as per annual calendar.</li><li>Ensure ethical dealings and trade with all suppliers/partners.</li><li>Differentiate range in comparison to competitors.</li></ul> Minimum requirements:<ul><li>Degree equivalent in Procurement, business management or marketing is preferred</li><li>Good IT knowledge (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PPT)</li><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in retail procurement or similar capacity</li><li>Minimum of 1 years in a Executive position</li><li>Experience in negotiating and procurement.</li><li>Working knowledge in both oral and written to compliment the effectiveness of the job role.</li></ul>

Senior Executive - Category Buyer

Dimension of the role :<ul><li>Formulate “Category Strategy” aligned with company objectives</li><li>Negotiating with relevant suppliers on margins and other commercials including investments, Swell Allowances, DC claims/margins, Promotions, Rebates and Joint Business Plans.</li><li>Optimize and Grow Category GP levels as per the company targets</li><li>Grow Category sales as per the company targets</li><li>Work in collaboration with the relevant Category Demand Planner</li><li>Ensure highest quality products are procured consistently</li><li>Ensure suppliers are selected based on ethical and fair-trade practices</li><li>Advice and guide retail staff on best practices in storage and merchandising</li><li>Understand consumer behavioral trends.</li><li>Optimize and Growing Category GP targets based on requirement.</li><li>Assist in ensuring supplier contributions are received for promotional campaigns and store investments</li><li>Assist in Managing the monthly Promo Schedule, Campaigns and Other Supplier Income</li><li>Assisting periodical Product, Category and Supplier Reviews</li><li>Monthly periodic supplier review meetings, to discuss on improvements.</li><li>Continuous improvements to the existing ranges through searching suitable suppliers &amp; concepts.</li><li>Assist in implementing the Procurement Dry Senior Manager’s and Head of Commercial’s strategies in achieving departmental Sales/ GP</li><li>Monthly monitoring of competitor categories and range gap analysis.</li><li>Assist in developing and adhere to SOP’s</li><li>Competitor surveys on range and price.</li><li>Assist in Private Label supplier selection</li><li>Conduct category reviews as per annual calendar.</li><li>Ensure ethical dealings and trade with all suppliers/partners.</li><li>Differentiate range in comparison to competitors.</li></ul> Minimum requirements:<ul><li>Degree equivalent in Procurement, business management or marketing is preferred</li><li>Good IT knowledge (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PPT)</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in retail procurement or similar capacity</li><li>Minimum of 2 years in a Executive position</li><li>Experience in negotiating and procurement.</li><li>Working knowledge in both oral and written to compliment the effectiveness of the job role.</li></ul>

Assistant Manager - Category Buyer

Dimension of the role:<ul><li>Procurement of Goods both Direct &amp; Distribution Centre products for the Trading Purposes</li><li>Optimize and Grow Category GP levels as per the company targets</li><li>Grow Category sales as per the company targets</li><li>Work in collaboration with the relevant Category Buyer</li><li>Ensure highest quality products are procured consistently</li><li>Advice and guide retail staff on best practices in storage and merchandising</li><li>Understand consumer behavioral trends</li><li>Coordinate with relevant suppliers on a timely manner.</li><li>Maintain a healthy and professional relationship with suppliers.</li><li>Support buyer with critical/important information.</li><li>Setting up Goods Ordering sheets.</li><li>Ensuring timely order generation by the ordering team &amp; ensuring orders are sent to suppliers in time.</li><li>Conducting follow ups in the fill rates (supplier &amp; Product).</li><li>Managing the short expiries &amp; damaged goods at DC &amp; supplier claims.</li><li>Assist in managing stocks efficiently and maintaining stock holding to the required level, reducing stock outs. Assist stores/buyers with returns.</li><li>Maintain agreements where needed for stock availability and conditions of supply.</li><li>Preparing the Promo Claims for the month and sharing data with Procurement Dry &amp; Perishable Senior Managers.</li><li>Preparing Fill Rates &amp; Status Reports and sharing data with Procurement Dry &amp; Perishable Senior Managers</li><li>Assist in implementing the Planning &amp; Category Management Senior Manager's/Manager's and</li><li>Head of Commercial's strategies in achieving departmental Sales/ GP</li><li>Preparing DC claims/supplier claims and sharing an overview with Procurement Dry - Senior Manager</li><li>Identify slow movers and support buyer to reduce stock holding or sell stocks.</li><li>Assist in developing and adhere to SOP's</li><li>Ensure ethical dealings and trade with all suppliers/partners</li></ul> Minimum requirements:<ul><li>G.C.E A/L</li><li>Diploma in Material Management is preferred</li><li>Good IT knowledge (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PPT)</li><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in retail procurement/demand planning/supply chain or similar capacity</li><li>Minimum of 1 year in a Executive position</li><li>Experience in negotiating and procurement</li><li>Working knowledge in both oral and written to compliment the effectiveness of the job role.</li></ul>

Senior Executive Demand Planning

<ul><li>Spar supermarket chain is Sri Lanka's first and only international supermarket chain and has always been a successful chain of stores. Talawathugoda, Kalubowila, 'Union Place' branches are recruiting for Chalata Pahana Nanathuru.</li></ul> Between 18 and 50 years of age ~ Previous work experience in a star class hotel or a cake, pastry and bakery manufacturing firm ~ Having completed a course in a hotel school is an additional qualification.

Customer Service Executive

Dimension of the role:<ul><li>Supporting Department Head in the overseeing of day today monitoring and follow-up of activities including facilities management activities till closure, handling of Purchase orders, project documentation, new business documentation and support in preparation of necessary reports.</li><li>Providing overall follow-up and documentation management support to the Head of department</li><li>Assist in preparation of business proposals and preparation of reports.</li><li>Prepare, update, monitor the summaries and maintain trackers within the department.</li><li>Prepare and circulate meeting minutes of the department.</li><li>Preparation of documents related to payments, capex requests and other financial requirements to facilitate agreements, project work as well as repairs and maintenance.</li><li>Ensuring all paperwork in facilities management, including requests, are logged by stakeholders, assigned to relevant parties and follow-up are done till closure.</li><li>Track and coordinate repairs and maintenance with the trading stores.</li><li>Ensure work orders and Purchase Orders (POs) are raised in a timely manner and payments of service providers are presented to finance and followed up as per committed timelines.</li><li>Support the department team in obtaining new business documentation, quotations, tenders and assist in preparation of formal documentation for approval of projects when required.</li><li>Support the new business team in layout planning, project implementation and follow-up of independent retailer managed stores.</li><li>Monitor progress and trackers of ongoing projects and report to the Head of department.</li><li>Assist the Head of department in timely preparation and effective monitoring of work schedules, overtime management and IOU settlements of the facilities management team.</li><li>Assist the department team in conducting any other work as requested by the Head of department.</li></ul>Minimum requirements:<ul><li>Degree or Higher National Diploma level qualifications in Engineering, Business Management, project management or facilities management.</li><li>Good IT knowledge including MS Excel, MS Word, MS PPT.</li><li>Familiarity with Auto CAD and MS Projects will be a plus.</li><li>Minimum 1+ years of experience in secretarial, administration, office coordination or facilities management role.</li><li>Project management experience in the construction industry or in supermarkets (retail) is a plus. Experience in coordinating with contractors.</li><li>Working knowledge in oral and written to compliment the effectiveness of the job role.</li></ul>

Senior Executive Administration - New Business

Chef de Partie - Hot Food Kitchen&nbsp; Requirements<ul><li>Age Between 18 to 50</li><li>Previous Working Experience in Hotel or Hot Food Sector</li><li>Completed Hotel School Course in Hot Food side will be an added advantage</li></ul> Job Opportunities<ul><li>An Attractive &amp; High Salary Packages.</li><li>Over Time Benefits</li><li>Company Insurance Facilities</li><li>EPF/ETF Contribution</li><li>Meals during Working Hours</li><li>Employee Welfare Facilities</li><li>Accommodation Facilities</li><li>Transport (Within 5km)</li><li>International level Training</li><li>Free Uniforms</li><li>Promotion opportunities</li><li>Staff Discount</li></ul>

Trainee Hot Kitchen

Requirements<ul><li>Age Between 18 to 50</li><li>Previous Working Experience in Cake Production, Hotel, Pastry &amp; Bakery Sector.</li><li>Completed Hotel School Course in Pastry and/or Bakery Sector side will be an added advantage.</li></ul> Job Opportunities<ul><li>An Attractive &amp; High Salary Packages.</li><li>Over Time Benefits</li><li>Company Insurance Facilities</li><li>EPF/ETF Contribution</li><li>Meals during Working Hours</li><li>Employee Welfare Facilities</li><li>Accommodation Facilities</li><li>Transport (Within 5km)</li><li>International level Training</li><li>Free Uniforms</li><li>Promotion opportunities</li><li>Staff Discount</li></ul>

Commi I / Commi II / Commi III - Pastry & Bakery

Requirements<ul><li>Age Between 18 to 50</li><li>Previous Working Experience in Cake Production, Hotel, Pastry &amp; Bakery Sector.</li><li>Completed Hotel School Course in Pastry and/or Bakery Sector side will be an added advantage.</li></ul> Job Opportunities<ul><li>An Attractive &amp; High Salary Packages.</li><li>Over Time Benefits</li><li>Company Insurance Facilities</li><li>EPF/ETF Contribution</li><li>Meals during Working Hours</li><li>Employee Welfare Facilities</li><li>Accommodation Facilities</li><li>Transport (Within 5km)</li><li>International level Training</li><li>Free Uniforms</li><li>Promotion opportunities</li><li>Staff Discount</li></ul>