Senior Store Administrator

Prudent HR Solutions


Date: 1 week ago
City: East London, Eastern Cape
Contract type: Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Store Administrator to provide administrative support across multiple branches in East London. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient store operations, supporting daily administrative tasks, and assisting management with reporting and compliance functions.

Key Responsibilities

General Administrative Support

  • Oversee and execute various day-to-day admin functions across East London branches
  • Ensure accurate handling and processing of GRVs, supplier invoices, stock records, and customer queries
  • Perform data capturing, cash-up support, and routine reconciliations
  • Assist with customer-facing admin functions when needed
  • Provide support to sales and management teams through timely communication, documentation, and scheduling

Daily Tasks

  • Process and file invoices, stock orders, and GRVs
  • Monitor bank transactions and flag or share relevant information with the finance team
  • Check cash-ups, credit notes, and outstanding leads or tasks
  • Perform routine checks on sales and fleet-related documentation
  • Provide lunch cover for cashier and assist with end-of-day cash-up
  • Maintain filing systems and update internal spreadsheets

Weekly Tasks

  • Follow up on outstanding payments and unmatched receipts
  • Support debtors' follow-ups and employee clock-in tracking
  • Administer float checks, payroll inputs, and weekly stock spot checks
  • Reconcile manual order books and cross-reference documentation

Monthly Tasks

  • Generate and send debtor statements, manage blocked accounts, and compile monthly reports
  • Process payroll inputs, including overtime and deductions
  • Reconcile petty cash, archive records, and maintain OHS documentation
  • Manage and distribute monthly rosters and stock-related salary deductions

Ad-Hoc Tasks

  • Coordinate staff communications around head office directives and marketing campaigns
  • Handle supplier and fleet queries, IT tickets, and payment processing as needed
  • Conduct and support regular stock takes and audits
  • Maintain staff records, support compliance (OHS & HR), and assist with IRP5 preparation

Key Skills Required

Administrative management, Multitasking, MS Office proficiency, Sage software knowledge, Pastel Accounting knowledge, Retail operations understanding, Time management, Communication skills, Customer service, Problem-solving, Attention to detail, Professionalism, Pressure management, Team collaboration, Inventory administration, Data capturing, Reporting, Record keeping, Numeracy, Adaptability.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

  • Matric Certificate (Grade 12)
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar administrative role
  • Proficiency in MS Office and accounting software such as Sage or Pastel
  • Strong multitasking ability and ability to cope under pressure
  • Professional appearance, well-spoken, and effective communicator
  • Previous experience in a retail environment preferred
  • Must be willing to assist across multiple store branches in East London as required

Benefits

  • Annual 2-week bonus
  • Provident fund included
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