Current Vacancies at Audacious Business Concept Limited

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Audacious is Nigeria's fastest growing fashion retail organization. The company retails female apparel (casual, business Casual, business) to the discerning woman. Audacious currently has Ten outlets in different locations in Nigeria and plans to add more before the end of year 2018. We are very conscious of the importance of a convenient shopping experience for our clientele, this is why all our outlets are in the prime malls in the country. We require qualified candidates to fill the role below:     Job Title: Customer Care Officer Location: Lagos Job Description

• The Customer Care Representative is responsible for answering inbound calls to assist member and potential member inquiries.
• This person will have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the firm’s procedures, products and services, and will demonstrate proper telephone etiquette and a high level of engagement and commitment to call quality.

Responsibilities

• Providing help and advice to customers using your organization’s products or services;
• Communicating courteously with customers by telephone, email, letter and face to face;
• Investigating and solving customers' problems, which may be complex or long-standing problems that have been passed on by retail sales associate;
• Handling customer complaints or any major incidents, such as a damaged goods
• Issuing refunds or compensation to customers;
• Keeping accurate records of discussions or correspondence with customers;
• Analyze statistics or other data to determine the level of customer service audacious is providing;
• Producing written information for customers, often involving use of computer packages/software;
• Writing reports analyzing the customer service that audacious provides;
• Develop feedback or complaints procedures for customers to use;
• Improve customer service procedures, policies and standards for the organization and meeting with store managers to discuss possible improvements to customer service;
• Being involved in staff recruitment and appraisals;
• Training staff to deliver a high standard of customer service;
• Learning about the organization's products or services and keeping up to date with changes;
• Keeping ahead of developments in customer service by reading relevant journals, going to meetings and attending courses;
• Answer all incoming calls with a pleasant, professional voice and good listening skills
• Inform existing and prospective members of current promotions and new or updated products
• Cultivate relationships with departments and branches to develop a team atmosphere within the organization
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirement/ Qualifications

• Minimum of B.Sc in Humanities or any relevant field
• Good verbal and written skills to effectively communicate in the English language.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks by prioritizing job responsibilities.
• Proficient PC skills, with the ability to learn new software. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Internet Explorer
• Must be able to efficiently utilize system applications to assist with all member inquiries.
• Skilled use of phone system, computer and all related software
• Basic math/accounting skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, research, problem solving skills and dealing with potential conflict.

Relevant Skills:

• The Customer Care Representative will have the ability to negotiate resolution of complex inquiries and disputes.
• Ability to present a professional image when dealing with members, co-workers, and other contacts.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player, while using discretion in decision making and sound judgment in problem solving.
• Demonstrate effective listening, interviewing, and communication skills and identify crossservicing opportunities to meet member needs.

    Job Title: Retail Operations Officer Location: Lagos Job Description

• The Retail Operations Officer oversees the retail operations of all store in the different locations.
• She will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of operations to maximize sales and minimize costs.
• The goal of this position is to manage our stores in ways that boost revenues and develop business.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising and guiding Sales Associates towards achieving maximum performance.
• Provide training to Sales Associates to develop their skills and enhance their job performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in the shop floor.
• Provide solutions that address store’s performance issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Liaise with the customer service department to ensure a satisfied clientele.
• Visits stores in different locations to ensure efficient and effective management as well as high performance sales.
• Mentor and motivate Sales Associates to put in their best in order to achieve monthly targets.
• Monitor inventory levels to determine the need for stock supply at each retail outlet.
• Deal with complaints from customers to maintain the store’s reputation.
• Evaluate operational and financial records to determine sales performance of a retail store.
• Ensures the store fulfils all legal health and safety guidelines.
• Plan and oversee store promotional events or displays.
• Keep abreast of market trends to determine the need for improvement in the store.
• Inspect areas in the store and resolve any issues that might arise.
• Organize all store operations and allocate responsibilities to personnel.
• Control the store’s budget aiming for minimum expenditure efficiency.
• Analyze sales and revenue reports and make forecasts.
• Spends time in shops with retail shop teams and customers to understand and identify business critical issues in order to ensure the alignment of tactics and strategies; maintains the corporate identity of Mind in all shops and related initiatives.
• Works with the HR Office to ensure people management issues are satisfactorily resolved and relevant HR policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualification/Competencies

• Should possess B.Sc in Business Administration, Marketing or relevant field. M.Sc will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience as Retail Operations Officer or in other supervisory position.
• Knowledge of retail management best practices.
• Ability to review and evaluate sales record and financial statements.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent organizing and leadership skills,
• Commercial awareness.
• Analytical mind and familiarity with data analysis principles
• Excellent knowledge of retail management software
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Tools.
• Ability to work with a team.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.

    How To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected] using the position as subject.   Application Deadline 6th June, 2018.

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