Current Opportunities at Cape Union Mart

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Exceed customer expectations by practicing customer selling techniques.
• Adhere to stock loss controls in store.
• Ensure individual targets are met consistently.
• Ability to maximise and drive sales by identifying opportunities to increase turnover.
• Maintain housekeeping, uphold our visual merchandising standards in order to optimise sales.
• Create an inspiring environment.

Behavioural Requirements:   

• Honesty in dealing with cash and finances.
• Building & maintaining relationships
• Innovation & change management
• Thinking adaptability
• Taking ownership

Minimum Requirement. 

• 6 months of retail experience
• Matric or Equivalent
• Clear Criminal record
• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of current clothing trends/outdoor lifestyle (depending on the brand applying for)

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Exceed customer expectations by practicing customer selling techniques.
• Adhere to stock loss controls in store.
• Ensure individual targets are met consistently.
• Ability to maximise and drive sales by identifying opportunities to increase turnover.
• Maintain housekeeping, uphold our visual merchandising standards in order to optimise sales.
• Create an inspiring environment.

Behavioural Requirements:   

• Honesty in dealing with cash and finances.
• Building & maintaining relationships
• Innovation & change management
• Thinking adaptability
• Taking ownership

Minimum Requirement. 

• 6 months of retail experience
• Matric or Equivalent
• Clear Criminal record
• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of current clothing trends/outdoor lifestyle (depending on the brand applying for)
   

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Job Description

• Our Outdoor Design Team has a new and exciting opportunity available for a creative, enthusiastic and driven Women, Kids and Youth Outdoor Apparel Designer to produce designs in the K-Way brand, working closely with the buying team, the K-Way factory, as well as overseas suppliers.
• Our ideal candidate will have the ability to align with the company vision, be self-motivated and actively involved in overseeing the end-to-end process in the applicable area of responsibility.  In addition, the successful candidate should have the high energy levels required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design outdoor apparel in accordance with the product and range strategy for the portfolio
• Source new fabrics and trims aligned to international trends
• Work closely with our own factory in order to brief in samples and updated styles for fit and seal
• Be able to travel internationally and work with our international suppliers to brief samples and updated styles for fit and seal
• Create full design technical briefing packs with relevant information and measurements
• Design branding that aligns with product and brand principles
• Develop seasonal colour palettes in advance of season
• Match colours and trims according to brand and range principles
• Research local and international trends relevant to portfolio and product strategy to be delivered in two seasonal design brief presentations to the business
• Provide key item and category trend forecasts
• Seasonal colour forecast and approval.
• Compile and present Core and Seasonal colour and style flow boards
• Work closely with buyer and QA in order to see all designs through effective QA and production seal process.

Requirements  

Experience & Qualifications

• Matric with a relevant tertiary qualification is an important pre-requisite
• Working experience in a similar role within a design environment is preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office and Outlook is essential
• Preference will be given to candidates with working knowledge and experience with Illustrator and Photoshop
• Preference will be given to candidates with an understanding of garment construction/manufacturing
• Will be required to travel within the Region and therefore a valid driver’s license and own vehicle is advantageous

Competencies Required

• Ability to take direction and follow instructions from the Design Lead
• An eye for colour and a good understanding of colour theory
• Ability to use initiative and be a creative thinker with the ability to translate ideas into action
• Well-spoken with effective communication skills
• Resilient and tenacious in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Ability to prioritize, manage your time, maintain high levels of drive & initiative while under pressure
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization
• Deadline and outcomes focused
• Methodical, detail-orientated and accurate
• Proactive, innovative, passionate, committed, self-motivated, driven and trustworthy

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Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Exceed customer expectations by practicing customer selling techniques.
• Adhere to stock loss controls in store.
• Ensure individual targets are met consistently.
• Ability to maximise and drive sales by identifying opportunities to increase  
• Maintain housekeeping, uphold our visual merchandising standards to optimise sales.
• Create an inspiring work environment and have fun. 

Behavioural Requirements:  

• Honesty in dealing with cash and finances.
• Building & maintaining relationships
• Innovation & change management
• Thinking adaptability
• Taking ownership

Minimum Requirement. 

• Desirable: 6 months of retail experience
• Desirable: Matric or Equivalent
• Clear Criminal record
• Proficiency in English
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Customer service focus
• Friendly, helpful, confident, and engaging personality
   

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Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assisting in managing all aspects of a store
• Maximizing turnover and profit
• Minimise shrinkage by monitoring stock related risks.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by implementing customer experience strategy.
• Lead Talent selection, training, coaching, retention and recognize initiatives for all team members.
• Innovative visual merchandising to optimize sales.
• Implement all company policies and procedures.
• Maintaining health & safety practices
• Optimize team through creating an inspiring environment.
• Align team members to Company culture and create fun.

Behavioural Requirements:  

• Honesty in dealing with cash or finances.
• Inspirational leadership & passion
• Taking ownership
• Building & maintaining relationships
• Innovation & ability to deal with change management.
• Thinking adaptability

Minimum Requirement. 

• 3 years of Management retail experience
• Matric or Equivalent
• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Clear Criminal record
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.