Regional Manager

About Studio 88 Group of Companies

Founded in 2001, Studio 88 has emerged as one of the largest retailer of branded clothing and footwear in Southern Africa, offering a wide range of top international and local fashion brands. We are committed to providing exceptional value and service to our customers, and we believe in empowering our employees to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Studio 88 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in the workplace.

Position

Regional Manager

Occupational level

Professional

Division

Head Office

Department

Operations

Reporting to

General Manager

Job Summary

Studio 88, one of the largest retailer of Branded Clothing and Footwear in Southern Africa, is seeking a Regional Manager.

The Regional Manager will oversee the operations, sales performance and team management for multiple Studio 88 stores within a designated region in Southern Africa. This role is responsible for driving top-line growth, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, maintaining operational consistency and achieving financial targets

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a network of Store Managers and their teams to deliver consistent service, merchandising and sales standards.
• Monitor regional sales performance and profitability; implement corrective actions to meet or exceed targets.
• Ensure staffing levels, training and development plans align with business needs and focus on engagement and retention.
• Foster a customer-centric culture by driving initiatives that improve satisfaction scores and brand loyalty.
• Partner with Logistics and Supply Chain to optimize stock levels, minimize shrinkage and ensure timely replenishment.
• Collaborate with HR to enforce compliance with policies (e.g., leave, performance management, BCEA requirements).
• Work with Marketing to localize promotional activity, drive footfall and leverage regional customer insights.
• Manage budgets, expenses and P&L metrics; prepare regular performance reports for Senior Leadership.
• Ensure adherence to visual merchandising standards and store presentation guidelines.
• Implement process improvements to streamline operations during peak seasons (Easter, March–April, November–December).
• Report to General Manager regarding promotions, pricing and product demand.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management or related field will be advantageous.
• Minimum 3+ years’ multi-unit retail management experience, preferably in consumer durables/apparel.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving profitability across multiple locations.
• Candidate must have previous experience in an Administration role.

Skills required

• Strong leadership and coaching capabilities; demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Solid financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting and P&L management.
• Ability to analyze sales and operational data; proficient with MS Office and retail systems (e.g., ERP/POS).
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region.
• Knowledge of local labour regulations (BCEA) and retail compliance standards.

Behavioural Dimensions

• Maintaining consistent operational excellence across diverse urban and town locations.
• Scaling resources and processes to support peak trading periods (e.g., Easter, year-end).
• Adapting brand-level initiatives to unique regional customer preferences.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving profitability across multiple locations.
• Candidate must have previous experience in an Administration role.
• Skills required
• Strong leadership and coaching capabilities; demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Solid financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting and P&L management.
• Ability to analyze sales and operational data; proficient with MS Office and retail systems (e.g., ERP/POS).
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region.
• Knowledge of local labour regulations (BCEA) and retail compliance standards.
• Behavioural Dimensions
• Maintaining consistent operational excellence across diverse urban and town locations.
• Scaling resources and processes to support peak trading periods (e.g., Easter, year-end).
• Adapting brand-level initiatives to unique regional customer preferences.
• Balancing growth objectives with cost controls in a competitive retail environment.

Work Location: In person