Store Manager [Saudi National]

About the job

Join the Team at ABYAT - Your Gateway to Retail Excellence!

About us

Are you ready to be part of the largest retail store in the Middle East? ABYAT, spanning an impressive 22,000 square meters and offering over 22,000 products, is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement and more. From elegant tiles and captivating wallpapers to state-of-the-art lighting solutions and stylish kitchen fixtures, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse array of top-quality products under one roof.

Established locally with a vision for excellence, ABYAT has been setting benchmarks since its inception in September 2005. With an unwavering focus on our customers, we've crafted an experience that revolves around their needs, from our meticulously designed store layouts to our unparalleled service offerings.

Expanding beyond our roots in Kuwait, ABYAT is now making waves in Saudi Arabia and setting our sights on Qatar and the UAE. As we continue to grow, we're seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our journey of success.

Position: Store General Manager

Location: Al Qasim, Saudi Arabia

Type: Full-time

About the Role:

The Store General Manager will lead and oversee all store operations within a large-format retail environment, ensuring the achievement of sales targets, KPI performance, and exceptional customer experience.

This role is responsible for driving store profitability through strong leadership, commercial execution, and operational excellence. The Store Manager will ensure seamless coordination across departments while maintaining high standards in merchandising, inventory management, and overall store performance.

Job Description:

• Lead and manage daily store operations to ensure smooth execution of all retail activities
• Drive store performance to achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs
• Monitor key metrics such as traffic, conversion rate, average basket size, and sales productivity
• Ensure high standards of customer service and handle escalated customer concerns
• Lead, coach, and develop store teams to achieve performance targets
• Ensure compliance with Visual Merchandising standards and execute promotional campaigns effectively
• Oversee inventory levels, stock replenishment, and product availability
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, HR, Finance, Marketing, and Commercial teams for smooth operations
• Monitor store KPIs and prepare performance reports with actionable insights
• Manage store operating expenses and identify cost optimization opportunities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Marketing, or a related field
• 5–8+ years of retail experience, preferably in large-format or multi-category environments
• Proven experience in store management or senior retail leadership roles
• Strong track record in achieving sales targets and driving KPI performance
• Experience in team leadership, coaching, and performance management
• Strong commercial mindset with a focus on sales and customer experience
• Solid understanding of retail operations, inventory management, and store processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and operational data
• Experience working with cross-functional teams