The retail sector in South Africa presents numerous job opportunities, ranging from entry-level positions to management roles. Job seekers can find roles in sales, customer service, merchandising, and store management. These positions are available across various retail segments, including clothing, groceries, electronics, and home goods.

Key skills for retail jobs include communication, customer service, sales techniques, and problem-solving. Employers often look for candidates with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience in retail or a related field can be advantageous, but many entry-level positions offer on-the-job training.

The retail industry is a significant contributor to the South African economy, providing employment for a large segment of the population. As consumer spending patterns evolve, the demand for skilled retail professionals remains steady. Those seeking retail jobs can explore opportunities in both large chain stores and smaller, independent businesses.

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Common entry-level retail positions include sales associate, cashier, and stock clerk. These roles typically require minimal experience and offer opportunities for advancement within the company. Strong customer service skills are beneficial for these positions.

The salary range for retail jobs in South Africa varies depending on the position and experience level. Entry-level positions may start around ZAR 4,000 per month, while more experienced roles can earn upwards of ZAR 15,000 per month. Management positions typically offer higher compensation packages.

While formal qualifications are not always required, a high school diploma can be advantageous. Training in sales techniques, customer service, or retail management can also improve job prospects. Some employers offer internal training programs to develop employee skills.

Working hours in retail can vary, including full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions. Retail employees may need to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on the store's operating hours. Flexibility in scheduling is often required.

Some of the top employers in the retail sector in South Africa include Shoprite, Pick n Pay, and Woolworths. These companies offer a range of job opportunities and career development programs. They often have locations throughout the country.

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Assistant Store Manager – Butchery

Richards Bay, KwaZulu Natal North Coast Labour Consultants CC

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Job Description

Our client in the Meat Wholesale Industry is looking for a proactive and detail-driven Assistant Store Manager to help drive operations and growth. You’ll oversee meat production, stock control, logistics, and equipment , ensuring top-quality products, smooth operations, and profitable sales. Strong leadership and people management skills are essential as you’ll train, support, and motivate the team while maintaining safety and quality standards .

If you have a passion for the meat industry , excellent organizational skills , and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment , this role offers an exciting career path!

Job Description:

Overseeing meat production and deboning activities to ensure product is produced to specification and standard;
Ensuring adequate raw materials are on hand;
Overseeing storage of all freezer items and ensuring correct storage and rotation procedures are carried out;
Overseeing and monitoring cleanliness and Quality Control and liaising with staff on any issues;
Monitoring sales and stock figures weekly and communicate with store manager on any suggestions;
Overseeing processing and vacuum department;
Overseeing the packaging of finished products and processed goods to ensure compliance with policies and procedures;
Ensuring good stock rotation of meat products in freezers and fridges, and responsibly disposing of any expired or contaminated products as per policies and procedures;
Monitoring and ensuring the recording of meat production dates;
Monitoring the temperature control of receiving and despatch of products and freezers;
Liaising closely with the assistant retail store manager to ensure required stocks are produced timeously;
Notifying store manager of stock holdings on raw material, produced goods and processed goods;
Ensuring stock rotation to minimise wastage while ensuring sufficient stock holdings;
Obtaining approval to order supplies and equipment from approved suppliers;
Obtaining authorising for expenditure over R for maintenance and repairs;
Actively overseeing meat production, processed goods and logistics supervisors and ensuring that all areas are adequately staffed to meet customer needs;
Providing input for marketing or promotional activities, and supporting the implementation of these in the stores;
Ensuring all work areas are cleaned daily and adhere to all Food Hygiene and safety requirements;
Monitoring and reporting on trimming for production;
Supporting the Store Manager and ensuring ongoing clear and effective communication between shop floor and management;
Liaising with store manager to determine wholesale prices for key customers;
Monitoring costs to ensure maximum profitability and reduce wastage;
Anticipating sales volumes and ensuring sufficient stocks are on hand to meet the demands;
Liaising closely with the Head office factory managers and production managers to ensure adequate stocks are supplied to the store;
Overseeing labelling and marking of product and all point of sale items, including packing and sell-by dates, batch codes, ingredient listings etc.
Overseeing the staff room cleanliness;
Ensuring all fly traps are in working order and maintained;
Checking equipment and machinery and reporting any breakdowns or problems to management;
Ensuring all employees are wearing the required PPE and adhering to hygiene standards;
Monitoring and checking the sign-off of all recording books for scales, batches, receiving and despatching as well as temperature control monitoring;
Managing and updating the maintenance file and signing job cards and delivery notes;
Overseeing despatch cleaning bay and monitoring the bin area;
Ensuring PPE is worn by staff and they comply with safety regulations;
Overseeing vacuum prepping and high care areas;
Where applicable, monitoring laundry area activities;

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Matric;
B-Tech or diploma in retail management or equivalent is advantageous;
At least 2 years store management or supervisory experience, preferably in a retail food environment;
Good knowledge of retail store business practices;
Good Computer skills on Microsoft Office;
Good people skills and the ability to handle pressure;

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Assistant Store Manager

Bloemfontein, Free State ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal

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Job Description

Join to apply for the Assistant Store Manager role at ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal .

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Responsibilities include:

Maximise income streams for the store (Add-ons, GP, etc.)
Ensure effective implementation of merchandising standards
Coordinate marketing initiatives
Attract and retain a customer base

Additional details:

Position Info

Operational Management: Ensure sales objectives are met, store performance, merchandising, marketing, customer attraction and retention.
Inventory Management: Oversee store sales, income streams, and performance.
Customer Service: Exceed customer expectations, review mystery shopper reports, address complaints, foster service-minded staff.
People Management: Train and develop employees, succession planning, performance management, employee relations.
Administration: Adhere to company policies, manage cash-ups, safety checks, alarm checks, and admin files.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industry: Advertising Services

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Assistant Store Manager- Clicks Riverwalk Shopping Centre (Potchefstroom)

Potchefstroom, North West Clicks Group Limited

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Assistant Store Manager- Clicks Riverwalk Shopping Centre (Potchefstroom)

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 June 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Retail Operations

Location: Potchefstroom

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Are you passionate about retail and service excellence? Are you confident to drive sales and build customer loyalty in order to ensure a competitive advantage for the brand? An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for an Assistant Store Manager. The successful individual will report to the Store Manager.

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To support the Group’s vision to be the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 2 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

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Assistant Store Manager - Clicks Appleton

Randburg, Gauteng Clicks Group

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Job Description

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 September 2025

Position Summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About Our Company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Are you passionate about retail and service excellence? Are you confident to drive sales and build customer loyalty in order to ensure a competitive advantage for the brand? An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for an Assistant Store Manager. The successful individual will report to the Store Manager.

Job Description

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To facilitate the brand being the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Essential: Relevant Retail/Business Management qualification (External applicants)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge And Skills Required

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Numeracy skills
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Good communication skills
Computer literacy

Essential Competencies

Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.â€‹

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Assistant Store Manager(Large) - Clicks Waterfall Mall

Rustenburg, North West Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

Assistant Store Manager(Large) - Clicks Waterfall Mall

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 2 July 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To facilitate the brand being the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.â€‹

All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply

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Assistant Store Manager - Daspoort

Pretoria, Gauteng Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To facilitate the brand being the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.â€‹

All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply

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Assistant Store Manager- Clicks Hatfield Plaza

Pretoria, Gauteng Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

Assistant Store Manager - Clicks Hatfield Plaza

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 10 April 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Retail Operations

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To support the Group’s vision to be the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 2 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion of the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

We are committed to the principles of Employment Equity.

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Assistant Store Manager - Clicks Protea Gardens

Soweto, Gauteng Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

Assistant Store Manager - Clicks Protea Gardens

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 5 February 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Soweto

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To facilitate the brand being the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.

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Assistant Store Manager - Clicks Fairlands Walk

Johannesburg, Gauteng Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

Assistant Store Manager - Clicks Fairlands Walk

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 2 April 2025

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To facilitate the brand being the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.

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Assistant Store Manager (Medium) - Clicks Standford Quarter

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

Assistant Store Manager (Medium) - Clicks Standford Quarter

Listing reference: click_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 13 July 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Job Purpose:

To support the Store Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by driving sales and building customer loyalty in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

Job Objectives:

To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales through the execution of promotional activities and driving cross-selling, up-selling initiatives and superior customer service across the store team.
To efficiently execute all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
To successfully execute in-store visual merchandising, ensuring the in-store presentation and promotional standards are met and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
To support the Store Manager in ensuring staff are motivated and directed to achieve their targets and performance goals and effectively managed in the absence of the store manager.
To assist the Store Manager in maintaining the work schedule on a daily basis in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
To execute customer service initiatives in store that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
To attend to all administrative responsibilities in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
To facilitate the brand being the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
Desirable: Degree in Relevant Retail/Business Management
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an assistant store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

Job Knowledge and Skills Required:

Understanding and application of financial management principles
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
Knowledge of customer service excellence
Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
Knowledge of people management
Knowledge of competency based interviewing
Results and target driven
Planning and organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong customer orientation
Following instructions and procedures
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Working with people
Analysing
Leading and Supervising
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Contractual hours:

45hr 6day

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