Hot Jobs at Cape Union Mart

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To achieve the annual sales budget through meeting and exceeding daily and monthly budgets to ensure the sustainability of the business
• To manage and control the financial aspects of running the store to ensure store profitability.
• To adhere to merchandising standards in line with the brand requirements to ensure good product mix.
• To ensure proper stock management and control to minimise loss and to ensure product availability, by monitoring stock related risks.
• To deliver exceptional customer service to ensure the best customer experience.
• To build excellent relationships with all relevant service providers (internal and external)
• To manage human resources effectively by recruiting, planning, and administrating payroll properly
• To inspire, motivate, develop, and hold people accountable appropriately. 
• Align team members to Company culture and create fun.
• Implement all company policies and procedures.
• Maintaining health & safety practices

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
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Follow instructions and procedures.
• Leading and supervising
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives

Minimum Requirements:

• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Clear Criminal record
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ Store Management experience
• Minimum of 8 years' Retail experience 
• Experience in working in a large retail store with a turnover of more than R 20 million per annum.

Deadline:28th February,2026

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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.

Deadline:28th February,2026

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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 turnover.
• Maintain housekeeping, uphold our visual merchandising standards to optimise sales.
• Create an inspiring environment. Have fun.
• Transact all purchases – receive, verify and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons and any other acceptable payments.
• Ensure all out going stock/ items/ scripts are scanned and paid for.
• Process all loyalty cards including those of accelerated partners.
• Establish a professional relationship with customers and provide friendly, helpful, courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Report customer compliments and complaints to management.
• Attend to all customer stock queries and ensure that they dealt with and resolved.

Behavioural Requirements:

• Honesty in dealing with cash and finances.
• Building & maintaining relationships
• Innovation & change management
• Thinking adaptability
• Taking ownership
• Problem solving
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management
• Exceptional customer service

Minimum Requirement.

Essential:

• Matric or Equivalent
• Up to 6 months retail experience

Special conditions of employment:

• Clear Credit and Criminal record
• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• South African citizen

Advantageous:

• 1 year work experience within retail.
• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of current clothing trends/outdoor lifestyle (depending on the brand applying for) Willing and able to work retail hours.

Deadline:28th February,2026

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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 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)

Deadline:28th February,2026

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Job Overview

• We are seeking dynamic and enthusiastic young South Africans to join our team through the YES Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for youth to gain invaluable work experience in an engaging retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer service by applying effective sales and engagement techniques.
• Consistently achieve individual performance and sales targets.
• Support daily store operations and contribute to overall sales performance
• Maintain compliance with in‑store stock‑loss and shrinkage‑control procedures
• Develop strong communication, teamwork, and customer‑interaction skills to enhance workplace effectiveness.
• Ensure high store standards by maintaining housekeeping and upholding visual merchandising guidelines to drive sales.
• Consistently meet all YES Programme milestones and performance expectations.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this opportunity, candidates must:

• Possess a Matric certificate (preferred but not mandatory).
• Be available to work a 12-month fixed-term contract.
• Have been unemployed from the 1st of February 2026
• Not be engaged in full-time studies during the employment period (March 2026-February 2027).
• Have not previously participated in the YES Programme.
• Be responsible for their own accommodation and transportation (if applicable).

Why Join the YES Programme?

• Gain Practical Experience: Start your career with hands-on training in a vibrant retail setting.
• Skill Development: Enhance your employability through essential skills in customer service and teamwork.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals who can support your career advancement.
• Contribute to Change: Play a part in reducing youth unemployment and promoting community growth.

Deadline:16th February,2026

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• An exciting opportunity has become available at our Head Office in Cape Town within the Outdoor Department for an experienced Merchandise Planner .
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical, numerical and logical reasoning skills, with the ability to align to the company vision. This role requires a self‑motivated individual who actively contributes to the planning process and thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic retail environment. High energy, resilience and confidence are essential for success in this role.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the achievement of Turnover, Gross Profit (GP), Stock budgets and other key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct post‑seasonal analysis and support strategic, replenishment, range and assortment planning
• Perform budgeting and forecasting to maximize sales and profitability
• Manage stock control and distribution, ensuring optimal product assortments, volumes, and store/product attributes
• Raise purchase orders and submit order consolidations
• Liaise effectively with stores, suppliers, customers, shipping and marketing teams

Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Merchandise Planner
• Previous experience in apparel planning or a replenishment‑focused category is essential
• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification
• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency
• Experience using reporting systems
• Proficiency in Enterprise Planning systems

Job‑Related Competencies

• Passion for keeping up to date with product and market trends
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong numerical, analytical and logical problem‑solving abilities
• A well‑developed commercial, merchant and trading mindset
• Collaborative team player with strategic and forward‑thinking capability
• Strong planning, organizing, administrative and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate self‑leadership and use initiative
• Methodical, detail‑orientated and highly accurate
• Deadline‑driven and outcomes focused
• Resilient and tenacious in a pressurized, fast‑paced and ever‑changing environment
• Effective conflict resolution skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrates a strong eagerness to learn

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Job Description

• An exciting opportunity has become available at Cape Union Mart for a resilient, innovative and commercially astute Senior Buyer – Footwear to join our Outdoor team.
• This role is ideal for a passionate footwear specialist who thrives in a fast‑paced retail environment and is motivated by delivering commercially successful ranges. You will be responsible for the end‑to‑end buying, sourcing and product development of both private label and branded footwear, ensuring ranges are trend‑relevant, technically sound and aligned to our brand and business objectives.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing, coordinating and presenting seasonal footwear ranges
• Executing ranges in line with business strategy, brand direction and financial targets
• Presenting and leading range reviews with key stakeholders
• Building, maintaining and managing strong supplier relationships
• Negotiating and managing supplier contracts
• Collaborating closely with Design, Planning, Quality, Marketing and Stores
• Overseeing product design, quality, fit and technical performance
• Managing and controlling sample stock
• Trading the business in‑season to optimise performance
• Attending local and international trade shows, visiting factories and researching global trends
• Managing critical path timelines and general buying administration

What we’re looking for

• Grade 12 plus a relevant tertiary qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in retail merchandise buying (footwear essential)
• At least 2 years’ product development experience within footwear
• Strong specialist knowledge of footwear materials, construction and manufacturing processes
• Deep understanding of technical footwear (highly advantageous)
• Solid knowledge of the retail product lifecycle, buying principles and critical path management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with Oracle and PLM systems will be advantageous

Key competencies for success

• A strong passion for trends, innovation and product
• The ability to interpret and adapt trends for multiple target markets
• Excellent negotiation and commercial decision‑making skills
• Strong trader mentality with a strategic mindset
• Proven ability to build and maintain influential relationships across functions
• Confident communication and presentation skills
• Excellent planning, organisation and time‑management abilities
• High levels of resilience, agility and drive under pressure
• Effective conflict management and problem‑solving skills

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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 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)

Deadline:19th February,2026