Bookshop Manager
Catholic Diocese of Kitui
Job description
Key responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the bookshop, including sales, stock management, and customer service.
- Maintain accurate inventory records, oversee procurement and ensure timely restocking of items.
- Liaise with suppliers, publishers and customers, including diocesan offices, to coordinate the ordering, delivery and management of both incoming and outgoing stock.
- Develop strategies to increase sales and customer engagement.
- Provide supervision, guidance, and performance support to bookshop staff.
- Prepare financial reports, manage cash flow, and ensure accountability
- Research and recommend innovative business solutions to improve service delivery and profitability.
- Uphold the Catholic identity and mission of the bookshop in all activities
Requirements
- Diploma in Business administration.
- Experience in purchasing procedures and sourcing of books, school supplies, and other merchandise sold in a bookshop.
- Two years’ relevant work experience in bookshop management, retail operations, sales or a related business environment.
- Strong ability to effectively plan and organize retail operations to meet operational objectives.
- Remarkable ability to perform consistently under the pressure of deadlines
- In-depth ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Must be conversant with Catholic Social teachings