Jobs Available at Pick n Pay Stores Limited

• We are looking for a Retail Area Manager in KZN / surrounding area.
• You’ll lead a talented team, optimize processes, and drive growth while maintaining exceptional standards of service and performance.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (matric)/N3 equivalent/Clothing degree
• 5 - 8 years experience as an Area Manager - ideally within the Clothing retail sector
• Knowledge of merchandising principles and fashion
• Strong leadership and team building skills
• Must be computer literate
• SAP knowledge is an added advantage – run/analyze and interpret reports.

Competencies

• Customer-centric
• Strategic, innovative, and autonomous approach to problem solving
• Strong retail business acumen and trader mentality
• Strong and effective negotiation skills
• Decision-making skills
• Numerical, analytical and interpretive ability
• Computer literacy
• Assertive and able to communicate effectively
• High attention to detail
• Align with Pick N Pay values
• Networking and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated and own development-driven mindset
• Strong leadership and team building ski
• Lead and support a team of managers and Crew in the Flagship store.
• Implement strategies to drive business performance to achieve targets
• Ensure operational efficiency and adherence to company policies
• Analyze performance metrics and create actionable plans for improvement
• Recruiting and managing staff
• Managing stocktake planning and process
• Managing of disciplinary action and ER cases
• Ensuring Admin, Trade and people checks are in line with business standards
• Foster a positive and productive work environment
• Ensure Visual merchandise standards are adhered to in the store.
• Monitors staff appearance
• Monitors backup areas
• Monitors new lines available and merchandise according to dispatch guidelines
• Monitor total range display
• Monitors store/department housekeeping standards
• Monitors customer service standards adhered to
• Identifies staff training needs and coaches Crew
• Communicates expected standards and processes to the Manager/Crew
• Provides on-the-job knowledge skills and expertise to Managers/ Crew/Supervisors
• Approves store Kronos schedules
• Monitors store overtime costs
• Ensures promotion and display standards are adhered to
• Ensures general maintenance standards are adhered to –authorises any necessary

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• Correctly receives all deliveries to stores, and despatch of returns to vendors. Minimises shrinkage risk on receiving doors. Responsible for disposal of stock in terms of company policy and all Admin functions relating to receiving procedures - including those linked to receiving such as Visitors/merchandisers entry control etc.
• Matric Grade 12
• 2 years Retail food experience
• 1 year Receiving supervisor experience
• Read and interpret reports
• Achieving results through others
• Willing to work long/flexible hours
• Weather conditions – required to receive goods in open areas under all weather conditions

Competencies

• High level of confidentiality
• Problem Solving - Be able to solve unfamiliar problems by generating workable solutions
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Efficiency - Completes tasks fully to high standards of quality in a precise and accurate manner
• Time Management - Ability to identify / priorities urgent matters and attend to them immediately
• Governance - Works according to rules and regulations Focuses on completeness and accuracy of the task.
• Attention to details - The ability to constantly identify discrepancies, inconsistencies and mistakes
• Team Player - Co-operates and participates with others to achieve goals.
• Team Management - Plays an active role as a member whilst supporting other team members.
• Actively promotes the company image through teamwork
• Communication Skills
• Receive and return goods systematically and accurately according to laid down company policies and procedures 
• Conduct quality checks 
• Ensure that the cold chain is maintained 
• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained 
• Ensure that security procedures are adhered to 
• Assist with relieve security procedures at the back door 
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages 
• Complete all relevant administration/documentation 
• Operate equipment according to laid down standards 
• Communicate effectively with employees, management, customers and suppliers

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• To prepare and produce products according to specifications/standards and maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards (floor and back-up).
• Manufacture/ prepare and/ or wrap products according to specifications/ standards and daily/ weekly budgets
• Correctly price random weight/ loose selling items
• Check correct pricing e.g Labels
• Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated. Damaged/ expired stock is removed
• Prevent wastage/ shrinkage/ damages
• Check temperatures/ maintain the cold chain
• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor back-up)
• Ensure security procedures are adhered to
• Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
• Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers’ requests, provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and professional manner
• Process all customer orders according to the correct procedures and servce standards
• Promote products
• Communicate effectively with employees, management, customers and suppliers
• Calm/Patient 
• Communicate 
• Conscientious (by the book)  
• Customer minded  
• Handle routine work  
• Thorough / accurate  
• Team Player
• Able to manufacture / produce various meat products e.g. sausage, mince etc. 
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Note: The incumbent may also be expected to perform other duties as assigned from time to time. This position will require transferability between stores.

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Minimum Requirements:

• Matric Grade 12
• Must have 1 Year experience in retail environment.
• Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g. loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested)
• Must be customer minded and a team player.
• Good communication skills – listen carefully and respond appropriately.
• Have passion for the product and a sense of urgency.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately.
• Develop Self – look for opportunities to grow and develop self.
• Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g. loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested).
• Able to work in a cold environment.
• Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat.
• Butchery blue file for Blockman to completed.
• Operate all Butchery Equipment including the Bandsaw.
• Report any defective equipment/utensils to the Butchery Manager.
• Control, Merchandise and Promote stock according to laid down procedures and standards.
• Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications.
• De-boning all cuts of meat and Manufacture Mince / Produce Sausage and Boerewors.
• Prevent wastage / shrinkage / damages.
• Check temperatures and monitor/maintain the cold chain.
• Provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and businesslike manner.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene of butchery-related equipment and utensils.
• Assist with the receiving of meat from suppliers.
• Assist with training staff on various new products / lines.

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• To manage resources in order to maximize turnover and minimize shortage. Ensures that standards, processes and policies are adhered to.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric Grade 12
• Must be PC Literate – able to print, receive and send emails
• All Applicants needs to pass the supervisor numeracy test
•  Must have 1 Year experience in retail environment.
• Assertive
• Attention to Detail – work according to laid down procedures and processes
• Meet deadlines
• Accurate
• Work Shifts – including night shifts when required
• Complete work accurately and timeously
• Communicate
• Conscientious (by the book)

Key Responsibilities:

• Correctly receives all deliveries to stores, and despatch of returns to vendors. Responsible for disposal of stock in terms of company policy – Waste etc.
• Ensures all deliveries are received in terms of Standard Operating Procedures Manual (SOP)   
• Ensures all returns, ie, Goods, Equipment and Recyclables are processed in terms of Standard Operating Procedures Manual (SOP)           
• Must meet all deadlines for receiving as per SOP Requirements
• Ensures receiving and areas of responsibility as detailed in receiving Check Lists are adhered to as per requirements
• Immediately reports all checklist failures to relevant persons as detailed therein
• Completes all required documentation and files as required for receiving End of day procedures
• Reject stock / delivery when standards/processes rules not adhered to
• Responds to queries on DC Claims
• Ensures that housekeeping standards inside and outside.  
• Ensures that safety standards are adhered to in terms of receiving practice and use of equipment

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• To manage resources in order to maximize turnover and minimize shortage. Ensures that standards, processes and policies are adhered to.

Minimum Requirement:

• Matric Grade 12
• 1 - 2 years experience in retail
• Must be PC literate - able to print, receive and send emails Must have good communication skill
• Must be a customer orientated person
• Must be hard working and motivated
• Must be methodical
• Must be adaptable to the agreed shift patterns of the store

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor and back-up)
• Ensure that security procedures are adhered to
• Ensure that merchandise/display standards are adhered to
• Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated.  Damaged/expired stock is removed
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels
• Plan and implement sales promotions
• Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers requests, provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous  and businesslike manner
• Monitor budgets (expenses, turnover, gross) and take required action
• Optimise stock levels e.g. always in stock, never overstocked through effective ordering and efficient handling of returns
• Communicate effectively with employees, management, customers and suppliers
• Manage employees to ensure standards are maintained by competent, motivated employees

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• To manage resources in order to maximize turnover and minimize shortage. Ensures that standards, processes and policies are adhered to.

Requirements:

• Matric Grade 12
• Must be PC Literate – able to print, receive and send emails
• All Applicants needs to pass the supervisor numeracy test
• Assertive
• Attention to Detail – work according to laid down procedures and processes
• Meet deadlines
• Accurate
• Work Shifts – including night shifts when required
• Complete work accurately and timeously
• Communicate
• Conscientious (by the book)
• Sense of urgency

Key Responsibilities

• Correctly receives all deliveries to stores, and dispatch of returns to vendors. Responsible for disposal of stock in terms of company policy – Waste etc.
• Ensures all deliveries are received in terms of Standard Operating Procedures Manual (SOP)      
• Ensures all returns, i.e., Goods, Equipment and Recyclables are processed in terms of Standard Operating Procedures Manual (SOP)           
• Must meet all deadlines for receiving as per SOP Requirements
• Ensures receiving and areas of responsibility as detailed in receiving Check Lists are adhered to as per requirements
• Immediately reports all checklist failures to relevant persons as detailed therein
• Completes all required documentation and files as required for receiving End of day procedures
• Reject stock / delivery when standards/processes rules not adhered to
• Ensures that housekeeping standards inside and outside the Receiving Dept. are maintained        
• Ensures that safety standards are adhered to in terms of receiving practice and use of equipment

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• To manage resources in order to maximize turnover and minimize shortage. Ensures that standards, processes and policies are adhered to.

Requirements

• Matric Grade 12
• 1 - 2 Years experience in retail
• Must be PC Literate - able to print, receive and send emails
• Assertive
• Attention to Detail – work according to laid down procedures and processes
• Meet deadlines
• Accurate
• Work Shifts – including night shifts when required
• Complete work accurately and timeously
• Communicate
• Conscientious (by the book)
• Sense of urgency

Key Responsibilities

• Prompt response to queries from cashiers
• Authorize transactions according to laid down procedures
• Manage queues at checkouts
• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained
• Ensure that security procedures are adhered to
• Approach and advise customers in a businesslike manner
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Communicate effectively with employees, management, customers and suppliers
• Manage employees to ensure standards are maintained by competent, motivated employees
• Ensure that all administration is completed accurately and timeously, e.g. scheduling of staff
• Locking up procedures when applicable

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• The Project Coordinator will play a key role in the software release management process for a point of sale (POS) solution in a major retail environments. This position focuses on coordinating software releases, ensuring they are delivered on time, whilst meeting quality standards.
• The role will involve working closely with development teams, business stakeholders, and I&T support teams. Familiarity with Jira is essential, as it will be the primary tool used for tracking and managing release activities.

Minimum requirements

• Diploma/Degree in systems or business studies
• 1 to 3 years experience in project management or software release management
• Familiarity with software development and release cycles
• Experience using Jira for project or release management
• Basic understanding of POS systems or retail operations is advantageous
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Competencies

• Project Coordination: Ability to coordinate and manage tasks effectively to ensure successful software releases
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to keep all stakeholders informed and engaged
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with development, business, and I&T teams
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing release schedules and requirements
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring all aspects of the release process are managed meticulously
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Jira and understanding of software release processes
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify potential issues early and work with teams to resolve them
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Coordinate and manage the software release process for the POS solution, ensuring timely and successful releases
• Collaborate with development teams to track progress and resolve any issues that may impact the release schedule
• Use Jira to manage release activities, including task assignment, tracking, and reporting
• Communicate with business stakeholders to ensure that release objectives are aligned with business needs
• Work closely with I&T support teams to ensure that releases are implemented smoothly, and any post-release issues are promptly addressed
• Maintain detailed documentation of the release process, including schedules, risks, and outcomes
• Assist in developing and refining release management processes and practices
• Monitor and report on the status of releases, providing regular updates to management
• Ensure that all releases comply with the organisation’s quality and governance standards
• Support the post-release review process, helping to identify areas for improvement in future releases

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• The Head of Tax is ultimately responsible for the tax affairs of the Pick n Pay Group, with a particular focus on the tax affairs of the Pick n Pay segment. The Head of Tax takes ultimate responsibility for all engagement with relevant tax authorities and represents Pick n Pay in relation to its tax affairs.
• This role will lead the tax function, together with a tax team, ensuring compliance with all South Africa and relevant rest of Africa countries tax regulations, while optimizing the company’s tax position. This role will involve developing tax strategies, managing risks, providing tax advice and collaborating with various departments to support the company’s overall business objectives. This incumbent is expected to drive continuous optimization in tax reporting and analytics, working with relevant stakeholders and business units to ensure accuracy, reliability, and automation of tax relevant information. The Head of Tax will report into the Group Head of Finance.

Minimum requirements

• Chartered Accountant (SA)
• Bachelor’s degree in Tax
• Post graduate degree in tax, advantageous
• 10 years of progressive tax experience, with a focus on retail, consumer goods or auditing firms.
• Strong knowledge of South African tax laws

Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex tax-related information to management and other  stakeholders.
• Proficiency in tax software and financial modeling

Key responsibilities

• Tax Strategy Development:
• Formulate and implement effective tax strategies aligned with business goals, ensuring tax compliance and minimization of tax liabilities.
• Identify opportunities for tax savings and efficiencies.
• Identify opportunities for effective utilization of assessed losses, including the identification of opportunities to reorganize legal structures for tax optimization.

Risk Assessment:

• Identify and assess tax risks and exposures, developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Maintain the tax risk register for the Group, with a particular focus on the Pick n Pay segment of the Group
• Manage tax audits and disputes, collaborating with external advisors as necessary.

Advisory Role:

• Provide strategic tax advice on all tax related matters, including mergers, acquisitions, and other business initiatives or transactions, collaborating with external advisors as necessary, to ensure compliance and proper tax risk management. 
• Partner with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure tax implications are considered in business decisions.
• Monitor industry trends and developments and changes in tax laws that could impact the tax affairs of the Group.

Compliance Management:

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax returns (income, VAT, etc.) to avoid reputational risk.
• Monitor compliance with local and neighboring countries tax regulations.
• Owner and project lead on all amendments to relevant tax laws that requires implementation and changes within the Group, collaborating with external advisors as necessary.
• Maintain relationships with tax authorities and industry bodies
• Engage with tax authorities on relevant tax matters, assist with remediation to minimize impacts on the Group, collaborating with external advisors as necessary.

Reporting, Planning and Analytics:

• Oversee the preparation of tax provisions and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with tax planning and forecasting, including cash flow projections to meet tax requirements.
• Analyze the impact of new tax laws and regulations on business operations, reporting requirements and cash flow requirements.
• Maintain regular reporting of the Group’s tax affairs to the Head of Finance, including regular reporting of relevant tax risks.
• Regular reporting of the status of the Group’s tax affairs and material tax risks to the Chief Finance Officer, the Group Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee and the Pick n Pay Stores Limited Board of Directors
• Effective collaboration with finance and IT on tax reporting functionality, driving continuous improvement and digitization of tax relevant financial information requirements.

Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor the tax team, ensuring complete management of the tax affairs of the Group
• Direct and manage team performance and development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement, innovation, and digitization
• Develop a talent management strategy
• Maintain succession planning and support necessary recruitment
• Develop and implement tax policies and procedures.

Additional

• Ad hoc related requirements, as and when required
• Supporting the Head of Finance and Chief Finance Officer with necessary tax reporting, planning and analytics requirements, including but not limited to the involvement in external financial publications, board of directors and committee engagements, analysts and shareholder engagements, and other stakeholder engagements.

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• To manage resources in order to maximize turnover and minimize shortage. Ensures that standards, processes and policies are adhered to.

Requirements

• Matric Grade 12
• Must have 1 Year experience in retail environment.
• Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g. loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested)
• Must be customer minded and a team player.
• Good communication skills – listen carefully and respond appropriately.
• Have passion for the product and a sense of urgency.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately.
• Develop Self – look for opportunities to grow and develop self.
• Able to work in a cold environment.
• Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat.
• Butchery blue file for Blockman to completed

Key Responsibilities

• Operate all Butchery Equipment including the Bandsaw.
• Report any defective equipment/utensils to the Butchery Manager.
• Control, Merchandise and Promote stock according to laid down procedures and standards.
• Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications.
• De-boning all cuts of meat and Manufacture Mince / Produce Sausage and Boerewors.
• Prevent wastage / shrinkage / damages.
• Check temperatures and monitor/maintain the cold chain.
• Provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and businesslike manner.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene of butchery-related equipment and utensils.
• Assist with the receiving of meat from suppliers.
• Assist with training staff on various new products / lines.

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• We’re on the hunt for a bold, strategic, and creative Head of Brand to lead our PnP Clothing Marketing and Communications efforts! In this senior role, you’ll be the driving force behind defining and amplifying our brand’s voice, while orchestrating campaigns that engage, excite, and grow our customer base. You’ll work hand-in-hand with cross-functional teams to ensure every touchpoint—from digital to in-store—feels like a seamless extension of our brand’s personality. With a data-driven mindset and a passion for great storytelling, you’ll help steer our brand’s journey, boosting awareness, loyalty, and sales along the way.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• 7+ years in brand management, marketing, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience with digital marketing, social media, and e-commerce.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing brand strategies that drive growth.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Creative & Analytical: Strong balance of creative vision and data-driven decision-making.
• Background in retail, fashion, or a related consumer-focused industry is a plus.

Key responsibilities

• Brand Strategy Execution: Develop and implement brand-specific strategies to ensure alignment with overall business objectives, driving customer acquisition, retention, and growth across all touchpoints—both in-store and online.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams—marketing, merchandise, and operations—to coordinate and execute campaigns aimed at boosting member engagement, increasing sales, and strengthening customer loyalty.
• Campaign Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and optimization of integrated marketing campaigns. Ensure consistency and alignment of messaging across all platforms (social, digital, print, in-store, etc.).
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Dive deep into customer insights, sales data, and campaign performance metrics to identify opportunities for growth. Use data-driven insights to optimize marketing strategies, drive personalized communication, and refine campaign tactics.
• Creative Direction: Provide creative direction to internal teams and external agencies, ensuring that all marketing materials and campaigns are on-brand and aligned with company goals.
• Segmentation & Personalization: Leverage customer segmentation strategies to tailor communication and marketing efforts to specific customer groups, improving personalization and customer engagement.
• Customer Experience Leadership: Ensure that marketing strategies and campaigns consistently reflect a customer-first approach, enhancing the overall customer experience across both digital and physical touchpoints.
• Training & Development: Lead workshops and training sessions for cross-functional teams, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on brand guidelines, campaign objectives, and best practices.
• Brand Advocacy: Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring all marketing initiatives reflect the company’s values and mission while positioning the brand in a positive light across all channels.
• Project Management: Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and budgets are adhered to. Maintain a high standard of quality while executing complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem Solving & Agile Thinking: Approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, quickly adapting to changing circumstances and priorities. Work collaboratively with teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage and influence internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and key business objectives.
• Market Trend Analysis: Keep up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to inform marketing strategies and drive innovation within the brand.