Meat Market Manager

Reference Number: SHO260303-4
Closing Date: 31 March 2026
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Willow Corner, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Category: Retail / Store Management

Job Purpose

The Meat Market Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining a well-run butchery department. The role involves overseeing stock levels, budgets, staff, and quality standards while ensuring excellent customer satisfaction and implementing value-added promotions to drive sales.

Key Responsibilities

Staff & People Management

• Perform people management functions within the Meat Market department.

• Supervise and support team members to ensure productivity and service quality.

Customer Satisfaction

• Ensure customers receive excellent service and quality products.

• Maintain a customer-centric environment within the Meat Market.

Stock & Inventory Management

• Ensure product and stock availability through effective planning.

• Manage stock levels and inventory control processes.

Quality Control

• Take responsibility for all quality control activities within the Meat Market.

• Ensure products meet company standards and food safety regulations.

Administration & Operations

• Manage administrative functions within the Meat Market department.

• Conduct various ad-hoc responsibilities to support store operations.

Hygiene & Safety

• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Essential:

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4

Advantageous:

• Blockman Certificate (NQF Level 3)

Experience

• 3–5 years experience in the meat industry

• Previous management experience in a customer-focused retail environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of meat market hygiene and safety standards

• Knowledge of meat cuts and meat products

• Strong leadership and staff management skills

• Excellent customer service skills

• Good organisational and stock management abilities