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  • Posted: Aug 3, 2023
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • TFG (The Foschini Group) is a South African fashion lifestyle retailer & comprises of 22 fashion forward brands. Our range includes some of the leading fashion, home wear, sportswear, cellular and jewellery brands in the country, as well as a host of innovative financial services. TFG comprises of the following 22 exciting retail brands; @home, @homelivi...
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    Admin Manager (40hr) - @Home Livingspace - Kramerville

    Admin Manager provide admin support to their store, by assisting the Store Manager with reporting and stock management. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about retail and enjoys process driven duties, which require attention to detail.

    Your key responsibilities will be:

    • Assisting the Store manager with Stock take & store administration
    • Monitor and analyse stock movement within the store
    • Implement risk management procedures, which mitigate stock losses and Shrinkage.
    • Ensure compliance of all administration, systems and reporting procedures
    • Extracting store report to analyse store turnover and stock performance
    • understand and present information to Store manager
    • Organise and maintain in store filing systems
    • Monitor and controller cash or transactional activities to ensure process is followed 
    • Uphold in store safety and security procedures.
    • Process Customer transactions via active retail system (POS)
    • Identifying Customer needs through professional engagement and communication.
    • Establish Customer loyalty, by promoting cash reward programs.
    • Take initiative to improve Customer experience and satisfaction.
    • Adhere to visual Merchandising principles and follow housekeeping procedures
    • Continuously take on opportunities to develop your own selling skills and product knowledge.
    • Work within a team to meet sales target and implement store objectives.
    • Remain in sync with the latest fashion trends

    To deliver the above, you must have the following:

    • A Grade 12 qualification
    • A minimum of 3 years retail or admin experience
    • Able communicate in a professional manner.
    • The ability to plan and organised.
    • An independent operator
    • Have an interest in fashion
    • Good administration ability.
    • A passion for excellent Customer services and sales environment 
    • Be computer literate
    • Have a preference to with work admin
    • Be able to work under pressure.
    • Be available to work shifts.

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    Area Manager - Jewellery - Limpop

    Position Description:

    The Foschini Group (TFG) is the leading retailer in South Africa with an international footprint. 

    With stores located in prime shopping centres in Southern Africa, the Jewellery Division offers a range of exceptional quality jewellery.  

    We are looking for someone who is passionate about our brands, has the relevant experience, knowledge and attributes to join a leading retailer.

    As an Area Manager, you will be expected to drive customer service, achieve financial goals, and lead the store teams by building the best teams capable of achieving business expectations.

    Your key areas of responsibilities will include:

    • Overseeing a number of Jewellery stores by partnering with different stakeholders, including operations, store and support teams to achieve  business results
    • Ensure a culture of exceptional customer service is consistently achieved by implementing and monitoring our customer experience strategy and standards within the area
    • Achieving business results by driving and analysing store performance, maximizing traffic trends, and holding teams accountable to deliver on KPI’s – including  turnover, new accounts, and rewards programmes
    • Optimise business results by effectively managing stock and operational campaigns                      
    • Lead, inspire and motivate a team that consistently focuses on our brand, execute all operational functions and run fiscally responsible stores.
    • Recruit,  develop, manage and coach high-performing teams who achieve business results
    • Be a Brand Ambassador to drive brand awareness and build customer loyalty

    Personal attributes and experience:

    • Proven experience operating  at an Area Manager level (minimum of 3 years)
    • Ability to manage a number of store operations within an area
    • Ability to build and maintain strong, business partnerships with leaders at all levels.
    • A leader who develops, inspires, motivates and drives high performing teams
    • Ability to link competitive trends in order to influence business partners and share key product and market opportunities
    • Skilled problem-solver who applies rigorous logic and methods to find meaningful solutions
    • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
    • Passion for delivering exceptional customer service
    • Leads with integrity
    • Adaptable and able to manage change effectively
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business including weekends

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    Reconciliation and Settlement Assistant – Finance Shared Services-Invoice to Cash: Credit & Rebates

    Purpose of the   job

     The Reconciliation and Settlement Assistant (credit and rebates) within the Invoice to Cash SSC function will support the Invoice to Cash Accountant, by assisting in ensuring the timeous and accurate processing of all reconciliations and settlements in compliance with the required company policy and practices.

    This role will be responsible for ensuring deliverables are executed as per the time and quality standards agreed in line with the Invoice to Cash SLAs.

    Job Requirements

     Skills and attributes

    • Good functional accounting knowledge
    • Attention to detail
    • Time management
    • Planning, Organisation and Control
    • Deadline Driven
    • Collate large volumes of data and inputs for decision making
    • MS office with Advanced Excel skills
    • Excellent Communication skills (verbal and written)
    • Be flexible within a team, whilst balancing own priorities
    • Agile to changes in the team and business that impact financial processes and reporting
    • Analytical thinker with a strong interest in problem solving
    • Ability to work under pressure
    • Ability to communicate on all levels
    • Strong reconciliation skills
    • Determined self-starter with consistent and continuous improvement

    Experience

    • 3-5 years of relevant working in a Finance environment
    • Experience with reconciliation and settlement processing is a pre-requisite
    • Previous SAP experience and Credit knowledge advantageous
    • Retail/ Financial Services experience advantageous

    Key Performance   Areas

    • Timeously and accurately preparing all reconciliations in compliance with the required company policy and practices.
    • Efficiently follow up on reconciling items through working with various parties.
    • Assist with maintaining and development of strong financial controls
    • Liaise with the Record to Report team within the SSC to ensure all month end journals are processed timeously and accurately.
    • Ensure accurate recordkeeping for all accounting activities for audit purposes.
    • Respond to and complete all processes and activities in line with the SLAs for the Invoice to Cash function.
    • Work alongside the Invoice to Cash teams to ensure all month end and year end processes are accurate and completed as per the agreed timelines and guidelines.
    • Manage all Party queries with a strong focus on SLA adherence and ensuring an effective escalation process is maintained.
    • Checking and releasing of all invoices
    • Ensure collection process is optimally aligned to reduce debtors’ days aging and drive collections by ensuring constant reviews of the collection process.
    • Reporting to Finance stakeholder’s whist simultaneously tracking aging of long overdue accounts and implementing the required controls to limit write off
    • Daily settlement reports and reconciliations
    • Query investigation and analysis
    • Assist the Accountant with project, investigations, user acceptance testing and post implementation reviews
    • Any ad hoc duties that may arise 

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    Cellular Specialist 40HR - Hi Richards Bay - Kwazulu Natal

    Position Description:

    CELLULAR SPECIALIST 40HR

    • An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Hi Store Richards Bay for Cellular Specialist. This store is in need of achievement-orientated person with excellent customer service and people management skills. Honesty in dealing with cash or finances

    The persons we are looking for should:

    •  Good selling skills and encourage multiple sales
    •  A flair for admin with sound merchandising skills 
    •  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    •  Enjoy dealing with people and have a strong customer service orientation
    •  Be security conscious and assist in minimising stock losses and driving turnover
    •  Honesty in dealing with cash or finances
    •  A good eye for housekeeping and ability to operate a POS terminal
    •  A committed team player
    •  A knowledge of cellular and jewellery product

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    Senior Business Analyst

    Position Description:

    Are you a talented and experienced Business Analyst with a passion for retail and technology? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment that embraces change and innovation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our TFG Customer and Insights portfolio and be part of our mission to be the leading fashion lifestyle retailer in Africa and beyond.

    With a robust strategy focusing on People, Process and Technology, we believe that our culture and the quality of our people are our greatest strengths. As such, we need to employ top talent to support our key business functions. 

    TFG’s IT division provides innovative, strategic and cost-effective ICT solutions and professional services to TFG and its subsidiaries. Working for TFG means; working with highly talented professional individuals, who are passionate about collaboration, creativity and working towards successful customer service.
    As a Senior Business Analyst, you will be responsible for:

    • Building and demonstrating expertise in Retail operations, processes, and systems, while familiarizing yourself with supporting applications.
    • Identifying, creating, and facilitating process design changes through in-depth business and systems process analysis.
    • Analyzing existing IT systems and business models to produce specifications for new or modified systems.
    • Providing leadership to team members and peers, collaborating with others, and driving issue resolution.
    • Eliciting and clearly documenting business and systems requirements.
    • Collaborating closely with developers to implement requirements and guide testers during the QA process.
    • Implementing, configuring, and testing feasible solutions.
    • Serving as a liaison between Operations and IT to gather business requirements for system modifications, enhancements, and implementations.
    • Identifying proactive and reactive improvement opportunities.

    To be successful in this role, you should have:

    • 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst on IT Development Projects
    • Business Analysis diploma or qualification
    • Systems Analysis experience
    • 3+ years working in an Agile environment
    • Experience in working across all levels of business (Store users through to Executive level)
    • Change management support and implementation expertise.
    • To provide change management support
    • Prior Retail experience would be advantageous for this role

    Competencies and behaviours for success:

    • Strong conflict management skills
    • Excellent written communication, presentation and negotiation skills
    • A focus on delivering results and meeting customer expectations
    • Sound judgement, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
    • High resilience and agility with the ability to work well under pressure and deliver to aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment
    • High emotional intelligence and experience in leading diverse teams and individuals
    • Ability to drive change, persuade and influence both internal and external stakeholders
    • To be able to anticipate and evaluate the impact of possible problem solutions prior to implementation
    • Good facilitation skills and the ability to articulate ideas effectively.

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    Fashion Consultant (45hr) - The Fix - Oudtshoorn

    Position Description:

    Are you passionate about our brands and would like to join a leading retailer?

    We are looking for high energy and confident team members, who will help create positive energy and excitement around our brand and products.  If you have strong selling instinct and enjoy impressing Customers with your keen sense of style and creative eye then this position is for you!

    Your key areas of responsibilities will include:

    • Being an ambassador for our brand and offering amazing Customer experience.
    • Exceed Customer expectations by identifying and providing them with the best possible solutions.
    • Actively keeping track of sales performance against target.
    • Selling a diverse product range and keeping up to date with the latest trends.
    • Searching out opportunities for making new sales.
    • Assist with replenishing of stock and visual merchandising to ensure the store is ready for our customers at all times.

    Must haves:

    • A Matric Certificate.
    • Passionate about retail is a must.
    • Sales driven and service focused.
    • Possess a strong work ethic and hands-on attitude.
    • Demonstrate initiative to deliver results.
    • Experience in representing a quality brand
    • Ability to thrive under pressure 
    • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business and will require weekends and evening shifts. 

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    Facilitator: Learning and Development

    Position Description:

    An exciting position exists within the Financial Services Credit Operations department for a self-motivated and assertive individual to lead, manage and guide the training and assessment of all new hires and existing staff within a fast-paced contact centre environment.

    Working for TFG means; working with highly talented professional individuals, who are passionate about collaboration, creativity and working towards successful customer experiences. 

    Your responsibilities would include:

    • Induction for new recruits
    • Providing key data and metrics for monthly training reports for management forums
    • Ensuring training encompasses compliance standards & legislative requirements and that agents are aware thereof and trained to adhere to and meet agreed quality benchmarks
    • Coaching and reinforcement of theory and practical training
    • Create and develop relevant, appropriate training material and assessments
    • Ensuring that assessment reports are analysed & compiled timeously and accurately to provide feedback on individual trainees
    • To ensure that company and department policies, procedures and compliance aspects are adhered to during training
    • Monitoring and perform on-going evaluation of training quality and continue assessing effectiveness of training provided
    • Ensuring design standards are defined, measured, analysed, improved and controlled for every learning intervention
    • Delivering key training projects as they arise
    • Managing all administration and training records
    • Working closely with business to ensure delivery of best solutions to meet the business need
    • Planning and managing workload in a flexible manner to meet deadlines
    • To connect with the client to establish the learning need / requirement; actively facilitating and participating in brainstorming sessions to refine the scope the work and build and design content. 

    Let’s see how you measure up….

    • Do you work well under pressure with minimal supervision?
    • Are you results and process orientated?
    • Can you take ownership and develop solutions for key business challenges
    • Do you have the ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Are you highly organised and efficient with good time management skills?
    • Can you liaise at all levels of the business and have excellent business communication skills (oral, written and presentation skills).
    • Do you eat data for breakfast and are you able to analyse the data?
    • Can you interpret key legislation BBBEE, Skills Development and Employment Equity?
    • Are you resilient and have a great deal of emotional competence
    • Do you have an investigative mind and a confident, energetic personality?
    • Can you deal with a highly pressurised ever changing environment

    The ideal candidate will need:

    • Matric with any relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources
    • Minimum of +- 2 - 4 years’ experience in within a contact centre environment, specifically focused on financial services industry will be a major advantage
    • Ideally the person would have Instructional Design experience will be an advantage
    • Report writing
    • Ideally the individual will need to have a knowledge of relevant legislations and regulations – BCEA, Labour Relations, POPIA, TCF

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    DC Supervisor – Gauteng – Midrand

    You will be responsible for, amongst other duties:

    • Managing a team within the Distribution Centre
    • Workforce planning
    • Ensuring that accuracy and production targets are met
    • Reporting on target achievement
    • Improving processes within the Distribution Centre
    • Stock Management
    • Ensure compliance with BOP and 6S standards

    We are looking for someone who has the following: 

    • A post-matric qualification in supply chain management / logistics & warehouse management / retail business management
    • A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a supply chain/manufacturing environment/Inventory Management experience
    • Experience in peoplemanagement including managing discipline and performance
    • Required to work overtime when necessary
    • A team player who is engaging and can communicate effectively verbally and in writing
    • Ability to handle high pressure, stress and multi-tasking
    • Good analytical and problem solving skills
    • Excellent customer services skills
    • High attention to detail
    • High energy and motivation
    • Working knowledge of MS Office, ideally with a good MS Excel capability    

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    Benefits Consultant

    Position Description:

    As part of the People Shared Services [PSS] that provides excellent service and employee experience for over 30,000 employees, the incumbent is responsible for an effective and efficient delivering, support and operational management of benefits to TFG employees within RSA and Rest of Africa [ROA] operations. This includes benefit structures, practices and professional consultation with the business (relevant line managers and employees) with a focus on delivering excellent customer service and continuously improving efficiencies in order to achieve PSS Service Level Agreement standards. 

    Key Performance Areas:

    Deliver outputs guided by Benefit strategies, policies and processes provided by the SPA Benefits specialists, these would include changes to policy; legislation and new initiatives/projects.

    Delivery of benefits and change management activities:

    • Guided by the annual rhythm plan execute meet deadlines within SLA, including business and stakeholder readiness
    • Ensure that all benefit change project are planned and effectively implemented
    • Assist the SPA with the roll out of the benefits plan  including communication plan, required consultation and post implementation support
    • Work with System and Reporting team to ensure all benefit data is tracked and available for reporting requirements as well as compiling the relevant reports and providing feedback
    • On-going reporting, database management and matrices

    Liaison and case management with TFG’s 3rd Parties [i.e. Disability, COID, Medical Aid etc.]:

    • Ensure readiness of the  HR Services support teams in order to meet lead times, delivery and ensure timeous and quality completion
    • Execute operational activities for / through relevant third parties
    • Partner where relevant in order to ensure delivery of necessary outputs as per the SLA, agree delivery and ensure timeous and quality completion
    • Ensure effective disability case management, analysis and reporting
    • Escalate delivery or operational concerns with the relevant relationship holder
    • Attend operational meetings with third parties
    • Partner to deliver end-to-end digital / e-solutions
    • Partner with external suppliers on new or enhanced processes to establish agreed lead times and timeous and quality delivery

    Identify and manage potential risks:

    • Ensure Benefits process and practices meets compliance requirements
    • Identify and provide recommendations to address non compliance Ensure all significant legislative risks / compliance issues are escalated to Benefits Manager and or SPA Benefit / relevant Specialists

    Continuous Improvement:

    • Identify opportunities for improvement in Benefits processes and communicate these to Benefits Manager for consideration
    • Execute User Acceptance Testing activities aligned with Systems & Reporting team testing periods

    Problem Management / Escalation Management:

    • Communicate all significant risks to delivery to the Benefits Manager
    • Escalate any deviation to policy and provide recommendation to Benefits  Manager or relevant SPA Benefits for decision

    General: Benefits and People Shared Services Support:

    • Assist other teams members, and / or in broader People Shared Services: Operations according to resource needs (valley periods, emergencies, projects)
    • On request, act as 2-I-C to Benefits Manager (e.g. during absence; taking the lead on a project; etc)
    • Make recommendations and proposals to improve shared service effectiveness and efficiency

    Job Requirements:

    • HR/Psychology Degree or equivalent
    • 3 to 5 years functional Benefits experience.
    • Disability and COID and Medical Aid Experience [including 3rd party management]
    • Africa Benefit management experience [advantageous]
    • Wellness experience [advantageous]

    Skills and attributes

    • Strong knowledge of Benefits
    • Strong knowledge of change management
    • Project management knowledge and exposure
    • Experience of influencing at various leadership levels
    • Customer service / user experience passion
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • A ‘can do’ attitude with high service delivery
    • Continuous improvement performance mindset
    • Understanding of related policies and legislation
    • Resilient in the face of obstacles
    • Ability to work in fast paced and pressurized environments
    • Benefits structure and legislation knowledge [RSA and ROA]
    • Analytical and numerical ability
    • Critical thinking skills
    • Strong judgement and the ability to work independently
    • MS Office package proficiency [e.g. MS Excel, MS Word]
    • Understanding of the TFG business context [advantageous]

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    Intern Fit Model - Ladieswear

    Position Description:

    Calling all fashion enthusiasts! We have an incredible opportunity for an energetic and fashion-forward individual to join us as an Intern Fit Model - Ladieswear. If you're passionate about style and have an eye for detail, this position is tailor-made for you!

    As a Fit Model, you'll be at the heart of the action, trying on a variety of fabulous ladieswear and providing valuable feedback on quality, fit, and comfort. Your insights will play a crucial role in ensuring our customers get the perfect fit they deserve!
    Here's what we're looking for in our ideal candidate:

    A fashion-savvy individual who rocks a Foschini size 10/Small and a size 34B Foschini bra, meeting the following measurements (Measurements must be included on your CV):

    • Bust: 89cm (34B)
    • Under Bust: 76cm (34B)
    • Waist: 71cm
    • Top Hip: 88.5cm
    • Hip at widest: 102cm
    • Bicep: 30cm
    • Thigh: 60cm
    • Inleg: 78cm
    • Height: 164cm

    You'll need to be a pro at giving detailed feedback during Fit Sessions, collaborating with our Garment Technologist and Buyer to achieve the perfect fit, movement, and feel for each garment.

    To be successful in this role, you should have:

    • If you have top-notch administration skills and a can-do attitude, you'll fit right in! Your support in the QA department and willingness to tackle ad hoc admin tasks will be highly appreciated.
    • Got your Grade 12 qualification and a qualification in Fashion? Awesome!
    • We're also on the lookout for individuals with excellent communication skills, a knack for multitasking, and a passion for the world of fashion.
    • Being computer literate (MS Office) is a must, as well as having a strong work ethic, a sense of urgency, and punctuality.

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    Store Manager (45hr) - American Swiss - Walmer Park

    Position Description:

    The Store is in need of achievement-orientated Store Manager with excellent customer service and people management skills. These positions require retail experience, a flair for visual merchandising and a good head for figures and administration

    Responsibilities:

    • Driving turnover to ensure achievement of targets
    • Controlling expenses
    • Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard
    • People management, including recruitment, development of staff, employee relations, performance management
    • Executing in-store merchandising strategy and standards
    • Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers

    Requirements:

    • Figure and admin orientated
    • Organised and thorough
    • An excellent leader and business manager
    • Profit and turnover driven
    • Able to manage risk within the store
    • Excellent customer service orientation
    • Have the ability to learn quickly
    •  A relevant qualification would be advantageous

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    Store Manager (40hr) - @Home - Vincent Park - East London

    As a Leader, you will be required to deliver exceptional guest experience and lead the store team

    Your key areas of responsibilities will include:

    • Leading the store team by being a Brand Ambassador who represents the brand and builds guest loyalty
    • Deliver exceptional guest experience by implementing and monitoring our guest  experience strategy and standards within the store
    • Achieving store results by driving  and ensuring achievement of turnover, new accounts and rewards programmes
    • Effectively managing the stock and minimising in-store risk                      

    Must haves:

    • Matric or equivalent
    • Proven experience operating at a  Leadership level
    • Ability to build and maintain strong, business partnerships with support teams
    • A leader who develops, inspires, motivates and drives a high performing team
    • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
    • Passion for delivering exceptional guest experience
    • Ability to deliver the achievement of goals
    • Ability to influence the store team and lead change effectively
    • Business acumen and numerical ability
    • Proven experience within the hospitality industry (advantageous)
    • Organised and attention to detail

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    Furniture Consultant (40hr) - @Home Livingspace- Westrand Crossing - Roodepoort

    Position Description:
    If you enjoy connecting with people and supporting the team to deliver exceptional guest experience, then this role is for you!

    Your key areas of responsibilities will include:

    • Being an ambassador for our brand and offering amazing guest experience.
    • Exceed our guests expectations by identifying and providing them with the best possible solutions.
    • Actively keeping track of sales performance against target.
    • Selling a diverse product range and keeping up to date with the latest trends and technology
    • Searching out opportunities for new business
    • Assist with replenishing of stock and visual merchandising to ensure the store is ready for our guests.

    Must haves:

    • Grade 12 (Matric)
    • Passionate about people is a must.
    • Target driven and experience focused.
    • Possess a strong work ethic and hands-on attitude.
    • Demonstrate initiative to deliver results.
    • Ability to thrive under pressure
    • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business and will require weekends, public holidays and evening shifts.

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    Store Manager (45hr) Sportscene - West Coast Mall Vredenburg

    Position Description:

    The Store is in need of achievement-orientated Store Manager with excellent customer service and people management skills. These positions require retail experience, a flair for visual merchandising and a good head for figures and administration

    Responsibilities:

    • Driving turnover to ensure achievement of targets
    • Controlling expenses
    • Managing stock losses to ensure shrinkage is in line with the Company standard
    • People management, including recruitment, development of staff, employee relations, performance management
    • Executing in-store merchandising strategy and standards
    • Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers

    Requirements:

    • Figure and admin orientated
    • Organised and thorough
    • An excellent leader and business manager
    • Profit and turnover driven
    • Able to manage risk within the store
    • Excellent customer service orientation
    • Have the ability to learn quickly
    • A relevant qualification would be advantageous
    • 2 years of experience within the retail industry

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    Visual Merchandiser (40hr) - G-Star Raw - Menlyn Mall

    Position Description:

    Are you passionate about our brands and would like to join a leading retailer?

    We are looking for high energy and confident team members, who will help create positive energy and excitement around our brand and products.  If you have strong selling instinct and enjoy impressing Customers with your keen sense of style and creative eye then this position is for you!

    Your key areas of responsibilities will include:

    • Implement in-store VM execution
    • Be in touch with latest Fashion Trends
    • Adhere to housing and trend guidelines
    • Manage the visual elements and ensure world-class standards
    • Plan and prioritize visual activities
    • Implement adequate control systems to manage VM standards
    • Deliver a great Customer Brand Experience
    • Manage Assets & Expenses

     Must haves:

    • A Matric Certificate.
    • Visual merchandise experience (essential)
    • Retail experience
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Your ability to persuade and influence
    • Sound business acumen
    • Passion to be a part of a leading fashion brand

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    Senior Planner - Gstar - Cape Town

    The Opportunity:

    Be inspired to work for the leading men’s Fashion Brand in SA!

    Gstar always attracts talented people who are youthful, confident, current and connected, and most importantly enjoy a fun working environment plus great culture.

    We are looking for a dynamic, creative and energetic Senior Planner to join our Planning team. Have you got what it takes?

    We are an internationally diversified portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives.

    Responsibilities:

    •   Work closely with the buying team to maximise sales, analyse performance & optimise product stock levels
    •   Understanding and interpreting business trends in terms of the Gstar target market
    •   Analysis of merchandise performance and relevant outcomes proposed
    •   Product strategy effectively communicated, presented and implemented
    •   Financial and strategic management of the product e.g. produclanning, allocations, controlling OTB, reviewing weekly & monthly figures
    •   Management of range assortments
    •   Management of replenishment stock
    •   Collaborative partnerships with internal and external suppliers established and maintained

    Requirements:

    •   Proven working experience as a Merchandise Planner (5 years minimum)
    •   Trader mentality, business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking
    •   A high degree of numeracy and analytical thinking
    •   The ability to think and operate at a strategic level
    •   A detailed and methodical approach to work
    •   To be able to make decisions and meet deadlines whilst working in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
    •   Resilience and emotional maturity
    •   Excellent interpersonal skills
    •   Exceptional verbal and written communication
    •   To confidently influence and persuade at all levels
    •   Computer literacy in Word, Excel and related planning systems
    •   Excellent negotiation skills
    •   Ability to work effectively individually as well as within a team environment

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    Senior Buyer - Branded Footwear - Sportscene

    Position Description:

    In sportscene we believe that we inspire the love of sneaker and urban culture. 

    If you believe that too, then we have the perfect position for you. 

    An opportunity has become available in our buying team for a Senior Buyer in our Footwear area.  If you’re passionate about Streetwear and have sound buying experience, then this is the position for you.

    As a Buyer, your responsibilities will be:

    • Successfully range and procure branded footwear assortment.
    • Procure and build a balanced and appropriate branded range aligned to strategy with special attention to trading opportunities.
    • Formulate departmental strategies to maximize sales and timeously source and secure stock to implement strategies.
    • Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives.
    • Trend and market research analysis for range and strategic implementation.
    • Negotiate effectively.
    • Build and maintain good relationships with staff, brands and suppliers (both nationally & internationally) and key functions in the business.
    • Think in terms of the "big picture" as well as consider specifics and detail.
    • Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions.

    To apply you need to have:

    •  Experience as a Buyer (5+ years essential)
    • Have experience as a Men’s or Women’s Footwear Buyer (3+ year essential)
    • Have a high degree of organisation and prioritization skills
    • Have a strong business acumen and merchant thinking
    • Ability to show initiative and be resourceful
    • Ability to source and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment
    • Excellent planning, organising and interpersonal skills
    • Have a high degree of decision making ability and be service orientated
    • Be assertive and communicate at all levels.
    • Be a team player
    • A proven solid track record in buying
    • An interest in and knowledge of trends.
    • A working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Word & E-mail would be preferable).

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