225 Retail jobs in Johannesburg

Listing reference: click_018682

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 December 2024

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Retail Operations

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

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
• 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.

Listing reference: click_019594

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 31 March 2025

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Clicks Group

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 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 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
• 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.

Listing reference: click_018041

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 October 2024

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Retail Operations

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

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 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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Listing reference: click_020969

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 18 August 2025

Position Summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Johannesburg Metropolitan

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.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• 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.)
  
  

• 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
  
  

• 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
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Retail

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Listing reference: click_019532

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 19 March 2025

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Clicks Group

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 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.

Listing reference: click_019910

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 9 May 2025

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Clicks Group

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 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

ENVIRONMENT :

A leading School Supplies Provider seeks a highly skilled professional who is a visionary thinker with a passion for retail excellence and transformation to fill the role of its next Chief Retail Officer / Head of Retail. You will lead the retail strategy, driving transformation toward world-class standards. This executive role focuses on strategic leadership, operational excellence, and inclusive team development, with a strong commitment to diversity and empowerment within the organization. The successful incumbent will require a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management / Retail Management or related field (MBA preferred) with at least 8-10 years of work experience in a Senior Retail Management role, including a deep understanding of South Africa's retail landscape and consumer trends. Please note this is an Employment Equity position.

DUTIES :

Strategic Leadership -

• Develop and execute the national retail strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Drive the merchandise assortment as well as plan the flow of merchandise by using the data provided in the business.
• Analyse market trends, customer behaviours, and competitor activities to inform decision-making.

Collaboration with Regional Teams

• Work closely with Regional Managers to ensure effective strategy implementation.
• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and diversity across all regions.
• Act as a role model and mentor, particularly for underrepresented groups.

Retail Operations Management

• Oversee all aspects of retail operations, including store performance, customer experience, and sales growth.
• Implement best practices in inventory management, merchandising, and compliance.
• Monitor and report on KPIs such as sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Team Leadership and Development -

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of Regional Managers and store teams.
• Drive employee engagement through training and leadership development, emphasizing opportunities for women of colour.
• Promote a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Customer Experience Excellence

• Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional customer service across all stores.
• Develop initiatives to enhance the in-store experience and build customer loyalty.

Innovation and Growth -

• Identify opportunities for innovation in product offerings, store design, and technology.
• Drive initiatives to expand market share and strengthen brand positioning.

REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Retail Management, or related field (MBA preferred).

Experience / Skills

• Minimum 8-10 years experience in Senior Retail Management roles.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful retail strategies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing large, diverse teams.
• Deep understanding of South Africa's retail landscape and consumer trends.

ATTRIBUTES :

• Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across diverse teams.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated commitment to empowerment, transformation, and diversity in the workplace.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

COMMENTS :

When applying for jobs, ensure that you have the minimum job requirements.

As the Retail Training and Quality Assurance Lead, you will shape the Retail Customer and Agent experiences while building world-class capabilities within our retail function. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on excellence , embraces data-driven insights , and is passionate about developing people in a mission-driven environment.

You'll design and deliver comprehensive training experiences , drive strategic training innovation , and lead performance excellence through data-driven insights and quality assurance frameworks . Your work will directly influence customer journey optimization while ensuring compliance excellence and continuous improvement across all M-KOPA retail locations.

This is a transformational leadership opportunity , offering the chance to build training excellence and quality assurance frameworks that elevate team capabilities and customer outcomes across our expanding South African retail network.

About Us

At M-KOPA, we are committed to making everyday essentials accessible through flexible financing . As our Retail Training and Quality Assurance Lead , you will play a crucial role in enabling that mission by transforming learning and development and ensuring quality excellence across our retail operations.

You will design and deliver comprehensive training experiences for Stock Controllers utilizing classroom sessions and digital learning via our proprietary M-KOPA Academy . Your training will cover product expertise , system proficiency , customer handling mastery , and essential soft skills that drive performance excellence.

You'll analyze customer interaction patterns and performance data to identify skill enhancement opportunities, develop targeted training solutions , and create comprehensive assessment frameworks . Your role also encompasses strategic quality audits , performance analytics , compliance excellence , and customer journey enhancement through mystery shopping and service evaluation.

This role is designed for a learning and development leader who is analytically strong , coaching-focused , and committed to excellence . If you're ready to transform retail capabilities while ensuring quality standards that support financial inclusion across South Africa, this could be your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Expertise

We are looking for an accomplished training and quality professional with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and Training and/or Quality Assurance certifications being a valuable plus , plus minimum 2 years in Retail or Customer service environments with demonstrated success in Training or Quality roles .

You will bring:

• Proven experience in retail or customer service environments with demonstrated success in training or quality assurance roles .

• Technical proficiency with advanced skills in CRM systems , Microsoft Office Suite , and Learning Management Systems .

• Communication excellence with outstanding verbal and written abilities and compelling presentation skills for diverse audiences.

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities , exceptional attention to detail , and data interpretation skills .

• Natural coaching and mentoring abilities with proven performance management experience and ability to drive continuous improvement.

• Understanding of retail operations , service center dynamics , and financial services regulatory frameworks .

• Training design expertise with ability to create comprehensive learning experiences across classroom and digital platforms .

• Quality assurance mastery with experience in audit frameworks , compliance monitoring , and performance evaluation systems .

What We Offer

• A mission-driven environment where your training excellence directly supports financial inclusion across South Africa.

• Transformational leadership role with opportunity to build training and quality frameworks from the ground up in a high-growth fintech.

• Direct impact on team capabilities and customer outcomes across our expanding retail network.

• Advanced learning technology access including our proprietary M-KOPA Academy platform for innovative training delivery.

• Competitive compensation and a values-driven culture rooted in innovation, inclusion, and empowerment .

• Professional development opportunities with a diverse, high-performing team committed to learning excellence.

If you're ready to transform retail capabilities , drive quality excellence, and build training frameworks that elevate M-KOPA's customer experience in South Africa—we'd love to hear from you .

At M-KOPA, we empower our people to own their careers through diverse development programs, coaching partnerships, and on-the-job training. We support individual journeys with family-friendly policies, prioritize well-being, and embrace flexibility.

Join us in shaping the future of M-KOPA as we grow together. Explore more at m-kopa.com .

Recognized four times by the Financial Times as one Africa's fastest growing companies (2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025) and by TIME100 Most influential companies in the world 2023 and 2024 , we've served over 5 million customers, unlocking $1.5 billion in cumulative credit for the unbanked across Africa.

Important Notice

M-KOPA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained staff. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

M-KOPAexplicitly prohibits the use of Forced or Child Labour and respects the rights of its employees to agree to terms and conditions of employment voluntarily, without coercion, and freely terminate their employment on appropriate notice. M-KOPA shall ensure that its Employees are of legal working age and shall comply with local laws for youth employment or student work, such as internships or apprenticeships.

M-KOPA does not collect/chargeany money as a pre-employment or post-employment requirement. This meansthat we never ask for ‘recruitment fees’, ‘processing fees’, ‘interview fees’, or any other kind of money in exchange for offer letters or interviews at any time during the hiring process.

Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisting and interviews will take place at any stage during the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is selected before the advertised closing date.

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We’re on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Assistant Store Manager to help lead our Flagship footwear and apparel store in Sandton .

This role is perfect for a driven, energetic individual who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and has a deep connection to youth culture, skate, music, and fashion. The ideal candidate will be a KPI’s and sales driven individual as well as a brand ambassador.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations, including team leadership, performance management, and achieving sales targets.
• Drive a high-performance culture through strong coaching, development, and motivation of the team.
• Ensure world-class customer experience by leading by example and setting service standards.
• Monitor store KPIs including sales, conversion, ATV, UPT, and inventory management.
• Lead visual merchandising execution and maintain high brand standards.
• Handle administrative duties including reporting, stock control, shrinkage, and compliance with health & safety policies.
• Take ownership in the absence of the Store Manager.
  
  

• We commit to the wellbeing of our team
• We work with a positive attitude
• We believe in our team
  
  

• 2+ years of retail leadership experience, preferably in a high-volume or flagship environment.
• A natural leader and role model with strong communication, coaching, and people skills
• KPI-driven with a proven track record of exceeding targets and growing business.
• A deep understanding of the skate and fashion culture with the ability to connect with our diverse customer base.
• Strong operational and organizational capabilities.
• Flexible and adaptable – weekend, evening, and holiday shifts are part of the game.
  
  

• You get to work for a rapidly expanding distributor with aspirational brands
• Comprehensive health benefit
• Quarterly Uniform allowance
• Staff discount (50% off for you and your family across all the brands within the group)
• Company performance incentive scheme
• Long-service incentives
• Holistic Employee Wellness programme
• The group prides itself in its effort to drive continuous employee engagement activities to enable a connected culture.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion

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