JOB OPPORTUNITY: Branch Manager
Organisation: Naledi Funeral Planners
Reports to: Operations Manager
Job Overview
Naledi Funeral Planners is hiring an experienced Branch Manager to support continued growth and operational excellence. This role is suited to a dedicated and ambitious professional seeking career advancement in a dynamic environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic risks and opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with company and industry policies and procedures.
- Increase overall branch productivity through effective employee training, budgeting, elimination of inefficiencies, and capturing growth opportunities.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing customers and establish relationships with new clients.
- Develop and oversee sales and marketing strategies.
- Manage daily operations, with particular focus on customer service and finance activities, and implement improvements where necessary.
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Business Administration/Management, Marketing, or an equivalent business-related qualification (preferred).
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in management, finance, sales, or a related business role.
- Excellent communication, writing, selling, negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Strong drive to achieve sales and service goals.
- Experience in human resource management will be an added advantage.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Highly motivated and target-driven, with a proven track record in sales.
- Strong prioritisation, time management, and organisational skills.
- Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to audience needs.
- Relationship management skills and openness to feedback.
Application Instructions
- Application letters accompanied by a CV, certified copies of academic certificates, and transcripts must be emailed to:
[email protected] - Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Selection interviews will be held at a date, time, and venue to be communicated by Naledi Funeral Planners.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in their applications.
- If no communication is received within fourteen (14) days after the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful.
Closing Date
Thursday, 15 January 2026 at 13:00 hours