21 Senior Living jobs in South Africa
Home & Living Buyer
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Home & Living Buyer
Cape Town | Full-time | Office-based
Are you passionate about retail, home trends, and securing the best global brands? We’re looking for a driven Home & Living Buyer to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Home & Living categories.
Purpose of the Role
As a Home & Living Buyer, you will manage multiple categories and be responsible for building balanced product assortments that deliver the right price, first time. This role focuses on sourcing top global and local brands, negotiating competitive pricing, and curating trend-led merchandise that resonates with our millennial customer base.
Key Responsibilities
Put the customer at the centre of all buying decisions.
Research and develop seasonal trend guides using internal and external resources.
Build and manage balanced range assortments across third-party brands and private labels.
Establish and maintain strong partnerships with leading global and local brands.
Negotiate profitable trading terms and manage supplier contracts.
Oversee supply chain efficiency to ensure timely and cost-effective stock delivery.
Monitor sales, margins, and stock performance against KPIs.
Analyse and trade ranges in-season to maximise sell-through and minimise markdowns.
Stay ahead of trends by monitoring global and local markets, social platforms, and competitors.
Actively engage in youth and millennial culture to ensure relevance to our market.
Support the customer team in delivering a world-class shopping experience.
Minimum Requirements
Relevant Diploma or Degree in Fashion, Marketing, Design, BSc, or BComm.
3–5 years’ retail experience, including at least 3 years in Home & Living buying.
Strong adaptability and ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail, organisational skills, and efficiency.
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Skills & Competencies
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
Strong retail maths knowledge and commercial acumen.
Proven analytical skills and ability to interpret data logically.
If you’re passionate about retail and want to play a role in shaping innovative, trend-led ranges, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your retail buying career!
Living Benefits Claims Consultant
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Who are we?
Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is focused on serving our retail and corporate clients in South Africa and further developing our strategic advantages in the South African market. Sanlam Life and Savings consists of the following business units Retail Mass, Corporate, Risk and Savings, Glacier and various business enabling functions. The Sanlam Life and Savings Office provides strategic direction, coordination and support to the four clusters, as well as performing governance oversight that includes assurance provided by second line of defense functions in SLS, to enable us to meet our business objectives.
What will you do?- Assessment and independent decision making of complex living benefits e.g. severe illness, disability and sickness
benefit claims. - Ensure that the client’s claim request is met within the boundaries of the policy contract, which includes the interpretation of contractual definitions.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders (e.g. Underwriters, Legal Department, Product Development, Medical Doctors, Re-insurers) to resolve complex assessments.
- Propose improvements to the assessment process.
- Written and verbal communication with clients, intermediaries, underwriters and doctors during the assessment process and on outcome of the claim.
- Taking full ownership for the communication of the outcome of the claim to the client and intermediary that enables
them to understand the decision and prevent complaints. - Complaints handling.
- Contact person to VIP intermediaries for technical enquiries and their client’s claims.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Experience as an Occupational Therapist or clinical role in the medical field
- 3-5 years experience in the assessment of Living Benefit Claims or Risk claims or Retail claims is recommended.
- Experience in complaints handling
- Knowledge of Risk Products and Benefits is recommended
Competencies:
- Manages complexity
- Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans (written and verbal)
- Working independently
Qualification and Experience:
- Degree or Diploma with 3 to 5 years related experience.
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently Customer focus - Contributing independently Drives results - Contributing independently Collaborates - Contributing independently Being resilient - Contributing independently Turnaround timeClosing Date: 5 September 2025
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is focused on serving our retail and corporate clients in South Africa and further developing our strategic advantages in the South African market. Sanlam Life and Savings consists of the following business units Retail Mass, Corporate, Risk and Savings, Glacier and various business enabling functions. The Sanlam Life and Savings Office provides strategic direction, coordination and support to the four clusters, as well as performing governance oversight that includes assurance provided by second line of defense functions in SLS, to enable us to meet our business objectives.
- Assessment and independent decision making of complex living benefits e.g. severe illness, disability and sickness
benefit claims. - Ensure that the client’s claim request is met within the boundaries of the policy contract, which includes the interpretation of contractual definitions.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders (e.g. Underwriters, Legal Department, Product Development, Medical Doctors, Re-insurers) to resolve complex assessments.
- Propose improvements to the assessment process.
- Written and verbal communication with clients, intermediaries, underwriters and doctors during the assessment process and on outcome of the claim.
- Taking full ownership for the communication of the outcome of the claim to the client and intermediary that enables
them to understand the decision and prevent complaints. - Complaints handling.
- Contact person to VIP intermediaries for technical enquiries and their client’s claims.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Experience as an Occupational Therapist or clinical role in the medical field
- 3-5 years experience in the assessment of Living Benefit Claims or Risk claims or Retail claims is recommended.
- Experience in complaints handling
- Knowledge of Risk Products and Benefits is recommended
- Manages complexity
- Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans (written and verbal)
- Working independently
Qualification and Experience:
- Degree or Diploma with 3 to 5 years related experience.
Claims administration
Claims settlements of a complex nature
Claims approvals and rejections
Operate within claims guidelines and compliance
Coach and develop others
Personal AttributesBusiness insight - Contributing independently
Manages complexity - Contributing independently
Plans and aligns - Contributing independently
Manages conflict - Contributing independently
Build a successful career with usWe’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core CompetenciesCultivates innovation - Contributing independently
Customer focus - Contributing independently
Drives results - Contributing independently
Collaborates - Contributing independently
Being resilient - Contributing independently
Turnaround timeClosing Date: 5 September 2025
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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Accountmanager Home & Living/Garden (ervaren)
Posted 13 days ago
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Heinen Delfts Blauw maakt werk van nieuwe tradities!
Naast de productontwikkeling van ons eigen creatieve team werken wij nauw samen met Nederlandse ontwerpers van naam en faam. Het resultaat: unieke aardewerk objecten die uitblinken in design, eyecatchers in elk interieur. Onze collecties maken wij voor onze eigen winkels, voor de Retail en in opdracht van bedrijven, Horeca en particulieren.
32 - 40 uur
Wie zijn wij?Heinen Delfts Blauw is een snelgroeiende organisatie. Met een enthousiast team werken wij aan ‘Creating new Traditions’, samen werken we aan het succes van ons bedrijf zowel nationaal als internationaal.
Jij voelt je thuis in een dynamische Business-to-Business (B2B) omgeving. Jouw klant is de Retail en Professional in Home & Living/Garden, zowel fysiek als digitaal. Samen met de support van het salesteam ontwikkel je een strategie hoe je de klant voor je gaat winnen.
Wat ga je doen?Als ervaren Accountmanager Home & Living/Garden moet je kunnen functioneren in een omgeving waar de nadruk ligt op het behalen van commerciële doelen, omzet en het werven, binden en boeien van klanten.
- Je hebt sociale en communicatieve vaardigheden
- Je hebt een commerciële drive
- Je bent creatief & hebt styling skills
- Je bent klant- en marktgericht
- Je toont ondernemerschap
- Je wordt net zo blij van onze producten als wij
- Klantbeheer en acquisitie: Je onderhoudt een goed contact met bestaande klanten, peilt wensen/behoeften van de klant en houdt daarbij het commercieel belang goed in het oog. Je bent verantwoordelijk voor het uitbreiden van het relatienetwerk door inzet van actieve acquisitie en vergroot hiermee het klantenbestand van Heinen Delfts Blauw.
- Kennis van het klantsegment: Je handelt proactief naar de klant binnen de segmenten Home & Living/Garden. Je hebt kennis van de markt of maakt je dit snel eigen. Je bent bekend met schappen presentaties en shop in shop formules.
- Bouwen aan historie: Je bent verantwoordelijk voor het vastleggen van de gemaakte afspraken en het informeren over bezoeken aan (potentiële) klanten. Je rapporteert aan de Sales & Projectmanager B2B.
- Een marktconform salaris afhankelijk van leeftijd en ervaring (salarisindicatie bruto maandloon € 3.450,- tot € 4.400,- bij fulltime)
- IPad en een mobiele telefoon
- 25 vrije dagen op basis van werkweek van 40 uur
- Eén keer in de maand een gezellige donderdagmiddag borrel met het hele Puttense team
- Persoonlijke groei in een informele sfeer
Is het voor jou tijd voor een volgende stap in je carrière, loop je warm voor ons product en haal jij je voldoening uit het genereren van sales? Dan nodigen wij je uit om te solliciteren!
Jouw reactie voorzien van CV mag je mailen naar Sylvia Schreuder (P&O):
Wil je meer informatie of de complete functieomschrijving ontvangen? Wij zijn te bereiken op 0341 362204, vraag naar Leanne (Sales & Projectmanager B2B) of Sylvia (P&O).
Solliciteren?Jouw reactie voorzien van CV mag je mailen naar Sylvia Schreuder (P&O):
Wil je meer informatie of de complete functieomschrijving ontvangen? Wij zijn te bereiken op 0341 362204, vraag naar Leanne (Sales & Projectmanager B2B) of Sylvia (P&O).
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Alteration Hand (Contract)- People Living with disabilities are encou
Posted 27 days ago
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We are looking for a Clothing Alteration Hands who can work with various types of fabric to repair, modify, and fit clothes according to clients requirements. They need to be skilled in operating different sewing machinery and have a keen eye for detail.
We encourage people with disabilities and from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Their main duties and responsibilities include:
- Consulting with clients to discuss alterations, repairs, or modifications needed for their clothes
- Measuring clients to ensure perfect fit of garments
- Marking alterations on garments based on fitting notes and instructions
- Performing alterations by hand or using sewing machines, including hemming, taking in or letting out seams, and adjusting zippers
- Repairing defective garments or those with minor wear and tear
- Ensuring that alterations are invisible and do not affect the original design of the garment
- Maintaining records of alterations for future reference
- Maintaining and cleaning sewing machines and hand tools
- Ensuring quality service and satisfaction for clients
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Alteration Hand or similar role
- Knowledge of various fabrics and sewing techniques
- Proficiency in operating sewing machinery and using hand tools
- Excellent manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Attention to detail
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
- ABC Level 3 Certificate in apparel manufacturing technology
- ABC Level 3 Diploma in handcraft tailoring
- NVQ Level 2 in manufacturing sewn products, which covers the practical processes of alteration as well as pressing and quality control.
SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES NEEDED
- Have excellent hand and machine sewing skills.
- Have good manual dexterity and hand-to-eye co-ordination.
- Be knowledgeable about different fabrics and stitching techniques.
- Have an understanding of garment construction.
- Be creative, with an interest in textiles and fashion.
- Have good communication and customer service skills.
- Be patient, self-motivated and willing to do repetitive work.
- Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Be able to work on their own initiative.
- Be able to perform basic sewing machine maintenance.
- Have good eyesight and normal colour vision for matching threads to fabrics .
Remote Work: Media Search Analyst - English Speakers living in South Africa
Posted 13 days ago
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A Day in the Life of a Media Search Analyst:
- Assess diverse media content including music, books, podcasts, videos, and home pod evaluations across various domains.
- Analyze search outcomes for App Store Content and conduct online research to assess query accuracy and intent, applying market expertise and provided directives to evaluate relevance and purpose of information relevant to your market.
Basic Requirements
- Full professional proficiency in English
- Residency in South Africa for the past year, with familiarity with current and historical business, media, sport, news, social media, and cultural affairs in South Africa
- An email address associated with an Apple ID, with experience and familiarity with Apple products
- Up-to-date knowledge of trends in applications, music, and video, with a keen interest in internet research
- Flexibility to work across various task types including news, audio, and relevance assessments
- Daily access to broadband internet, a computer, and relevant software
- Ability to work independently, adapt to new methodologies, with attention to detail and strong communication skills
- High School diploma or higher preferred, but exceptional skills and talent are also considered.
- Entry level
- Part-time
- Analyst, Information Technology, and Quality Assurance
- Technology, Information and Media, Data Infrastructure and Analytics, and Information Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrWe currently have a Learnership Available for people living with a Disability
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R 3900 (Doble Pay if you work on Sundays)
We currently have a Learnership Available for people living with a Disability.
Position : In-store Sales Consultant
You need to have Gr. 10, Gr. 11 or and be living with a disability.
Between the ages of 18 and 34.
Clear credit record
No Graduates
No prior related learnerships completed
Must not have NQF 3 - NQF 4
Available immediately, urgently looking
Attendance : Every day
LIST OF DISABILITIES THAT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS LEARNERSHIP
1. Development Disabilities (SARS ITR DD Form)
- ADHD – attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Epilepsy
2. Physical Disabilities (SARS ITR DD Form)
- Amputations
- Physical Disability that is noticeable
- Blurred Vision
- Blind in one eye
- Cataract
- Colour Blindness
- Meniere’s Disease
- Tinnitus
- People living with Albinism
3. Mobility Impairment (SARS ITR DD Form)
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