Latest Jobs at Ackermans

• We have an exciting opportunity for a Clerk: Revenue to join our team on a permanent basis. This position is based at our Support Centre in Kuilsriver, Cape Town and will be part of a very diverse and vibrant Finance team. We're a fully in-office team. This position will report directly to the Accountant: Revenue .
• The Clerk: Revenue with be responsible to analyse and reconcile the store revenue transactions.

Key responsibilities:

Reconciliation

Cash

• Perform daily reconciliation of the cash bankable amount per store to the bank statement amount (On the reconciliation system)
• Follow up on all exceptions with banks & CIT company
• Correct, re-assign and release deposits, surpluses and shortages with incorrect store reference numbers for assigned stores.
• Prepare & post journals for unmapped bank entries not posted by recon system (bank recon items).

Card

• Perform daily reconciliation of all the card transactions between the third parties and point of sale information
• Follow up on all exceptions with banks, gift card providers, all value-added services (VAS) & Tenacity

GL Reconciliation

• Perform all revenue general ledger reconciliations (excluding bank accounts)
• Analyse the root cause of all reconciliation variances & conclude appropriate corrective system action required.

Sales Clearing

• Perform weekly balancing of sales clearing general ledger account
• Investigate and resolve variances on weekly sales balancing

Administration

Buy aid

• Prepare & post monthly buy aid commission and sales journals

Internal & external Audit Team / Operations

• Confirm the stores’ banking status with the internal audit team
• Provide accurate supporting documents to external audit team

Record Keeping

• File away all the business documents & save electronic documents on the assigned finance folders on Sharepoint (or Other), in accordance with the Personal Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Journals

• Posting of accrual journals, according to the accounting system requirements

Trend analysis

• Identify trends in cash & card reconciliation differences noted on the reconciliation system

Qualifications required:

Essential:

• Grade 12 (Accounting and Mathematics)

Preferred:

• Relevant Finance Diploma / Certificate

Knowledge required:

• Financial Reconciliations
• Balancing stores sales to point of sale in the stores
• Good knowledge of financial administration and basic accounting principles and application thereof (debits, credits, journals, reconciliations)

Experience required:

Essential:

• 1-2 years’ relevant finance administration experience, including strong reconciliation experience

Preferred:

• Retail experience

Skills required:

• Computer skills – MS 365
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Attention to detail
• Above average numerical ability
• Deadline driven
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to deal with large volumes of work

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• We’re seeking a dynamic Digital Creative Copywriter to join our team to craft compelling and engaging messaging and narratives that resonate with the Ackermans customer, align with the brand and take digital channel and platform considerations into account. 
• The copywriter will collaborate closely with relevant marketing team members to ensure, consistent, effective and impactful brand messaging is executed in a way that drives brand affinity, customer engagement and loyalty across multiple customer touchpoints.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compelling Marketing Content:

• Develop creative, engaging, and persuasive copy for campaigns that resonate with the Ackermans customer

Maintain Brand

• Ensure consistency in brand tone and messaging across all marketing material and customer touchpoints
• Collaborate with Marketing team to ensure brand messaging is cohesive and effective
• Ensure all copy is grammatically correct, error-free and on brand

Segmentation and Personalization:

• Collaborate with Marketing team to segment the customer database effectively and personalize marketing content based on the Ackermans customer preferences for maximum impact.

Optimization

• Analyze and optimize marketing content and strategies based on customer engagement/feedback
• Keep up to date with industry trends, competitor activity and customer behaviour to inform marketing content and messaging

JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the retail/fashion industry is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of conversion focused content, sales funnels and consumer psychology.
• Understanding of direct marketing principles, digital advertising and content performance

Skills:

• Excellent copywriting and writing skills with the ability to craft impactful and distinctive brand narratives.
• A meticulous eye for detail, grammar and proofreading skills ensuring brand consistency and quality in all materials and output
• Ability to write in a clear, engaging and persuasive style that aligns with brand positioning and tone-of-voice.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills – strong storytelling ability
• A good command of the English language
• Creative thinking and ability to generate ideas for campaigns that drive engagement and conversion
• Proficient in MS-Office Suite
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills (ability to work on more than one brief)
• Solutions and deadline-driven
• Write, proofread and edit accurate, concise and highly readable content
• Generate creative ideas, coupled with sound editorial judgement
• Be resilient and work well in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Be proactive and show initiative
• Work effectively independently as well as part of a team

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
• Bachelor’s degree / diploma in copywriting, journalism, marketing, communications or a related field

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years’ proven experience working as a copywriter across a range of digital communication platforms.
• Proven track record of crafting and executing compelling and impactful messaging with a customer-centric approach
• Experience working in a marketing or advertising agency environment.

Preferred:

• Experience within the retail/fashion industry preferred
• 1+ years of experience actively involved in the brand messaging for a large consumer or business facing brand

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Knowledge Skills & Experience

• Excellent customer care and communication skills.
• Accurate and efficient till operating skills with a good track record of overs and unders.
• High standard of work on sales floor in terms of standards.
• Good record of attendance and punctuality.
• Consistent application of Ackermans values, policies and procedures
   

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Knowledge Skills & Experience

• Excellent customer care and communication skills.
• Accurate and efficient till operating skills with a good track record of overs and unders.
• High standard of work on sales floor in terms of standards.
• Good record of attendance and punctuality.
• Consistent application of Ackermans values, policies and procedures

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• The search is on and our Planning team is looking for a confident and resilient Store Planner who has sound commercial thinking, strong analytical and proven numerical abilities required to fulfil this function of optimising sales in accordance with the company strategies. 
• Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated, passionate about performance, solution-driven and must have the high energy level required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment.

So, what will you do?

• Ensure the accurate distribution of seasonal stock to optimise sales.
• Ensure the optimal distribution of non-seasonal and seasonal replenishment stock to optimise sales.
• Deliver a location plan that allows for the clustering of stores at the required product level.
• Supplying inputs to the seasonal look for the required visual merchandising.
• Analyse store performance accurately and timeously information in order to optimise business decision making.
• Ensuring new stores are stocked to plan.
• Assisting stores in resolving stock related matters.

What experience & qualifications do you need?

• A minimum of 2-3 years sound experience in store planning within a clothing retail environment is an important requirement.

The following additional experience would be ideal:

• Previous store management experience
• Previous exposure to general logistics and supply chain processes
• Experience working in planning systems 
• Experience in Outerwear
• A working knowledge of the latest Microsoft packages (Word & Excel) is essential.
• Experience in working at an advanced level in Excel would be a definite advantage.

The following qualification would be ideal:

• Grade 12 Certificate/Matric is essential.
• A National Diploma or Degree in Business/Retail Management or Accounting/Finance would

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• We're on the hunt for a trendsetter, analytical guru, and all-round fashionista to join our squad as a Buyer. Your thirst for product knowledge coupled with your eye for trends, is exactly what we’re looking for. If you're ready to bring your A-game and make an impact on the world of Kids fashion, hit that apply button now!

KNOWLEDGE required:

• Knowledge of SA’s retail clothing market, customers and competitors, an understanding of the fashion Retail Cycle, critical path & buying process
• Understanding of relevant trends with a flair/eye for acceptable product for your target market
• Relevant product knowledge with regards to styling and constructions and an understanding of product components
• Experience building ranges in Kidswear departments
• Sound ability to analyse and work with numerical data
• Merchant skills & a sound trader mentality
• Passion for keeping up to date with the latest trends, styles and colors

SKILLS required:

• A sound ability to analyse and work with numerical data
• Merchant skills and a sound trader mentality
• Presentation skills
• A passion for keeping up to date with the latest trends, styles, colours
• Is competent in all the latest Microsoft applications
• Identify, distinguish, understand and assess colours, CAD approvals and strike offs engineer garments / products to achieve the desired value proposition
• Travel (overseas trips)
• Understand and interpret trends relevant to Ackermans Boys customer
• Create a shared vision and to positively influence others
• Build balanced ranges
• Communicate effectively at all levels both within, as well as outside the company
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers
• Effectively negotiate and secure win-win agreements with others

Essential:

• 3-5 years proven retail experience in the procurement of apparel

Qualification:

• A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
• A relevant qualification in Fashion Design, Textile Design / Clothing Production / Product Development /Merchandising or a related field would be an advantage

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• We are on the lookout for Trainee Graphic Designer who will learn how to create Graphic Prints and Designs for Ackermans fashion ranges. Your fashion qualification and graphic design experience could give you the opportunity of a lifetime as an Ackermans 2026 Trainee.  Trainees are paid to learn!

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Working in the Trend & Design Team you will gain exposure to every aspect of value retail - from Buying, Planning and Marketing to Supply Chain and Store Operations to name but a few.
• Our industry renowned Trainee Programme which has already graduated dozens of highly successful Buyers & Designers. 
• A learning journey which incorporates on-the-job training, classroom sessions and assessments to monitor and develop your progress.
• Expect to be coached by the industry’s most successful design professionals in the art of interpreting trends to create customer relevant Graphic Prints designs. 
• Develop products which will Bring Value to Life for millions of South African’s each day.

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED TO QUALIFY?

• You absolutely MUST LOVE FASHION!
• Be able to create digital print designs in Adobe Creative Suite 
• Understanding of trend forecasts and colour palletes 
• Strong work ethic, resilience and a hunger to learn
• Fantastic planning and organising abilities
• Excellent communication skills 
• Presentation skills
• The ability to adapt in a fast paced environment
• Resilience and the ability to thrive under pressure
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Be open to continuous learning

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?

• A Degree / Diploma in Fashion Design, Art or Textile Design 
• A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in a fashion environment
• A Portfolio of graphic designs will set you apart 

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• This role's purpose is to act as the interface between the Systems Teams, Business and other 3rd Parties, through a set of tasks and techniques, to recommend solutions (New and or improved business process, information systems, software applications) that enable the Functional Department/s and Business to achieve its goals.
• The Systems Business Analyst will service the Financial Services (VAS) and Cellular Business Areas with continued evolution development of FinTech capabilities while maintaining our existing processes.
• We're a fully in-office team. This role is based at our Support Centre in Kuils River, Cape Town.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Essential:

• Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
• A relevant Degree and or Higher National Diploma (Information Technology, Computer Science, System Design, Management Science, Business studies, Information Systems, Business Analyst)

Preferred:

• Project Management Diploma/Certificate

JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE required:

• Waterfall and Agile working methodologies and principles.
• Working knowledge of implementing and maintaining systems/services/applications.
• Knowledge of PMBOK and BABOK management principles
• Ability to compile quantitative and or qualitative information/reporting
• Working with business users to build reports and dashboards
• MS Suite Intermediate - Advanced user
• System integration (environment/area specific)
• Knowledge of Personal Data Protection – POPIA
• Facilitating successful integration between eCommerce systems

Working knowledge of:

• Implementation of Fintech Solutions to drive business growth.
• Cloud based (SaaS) software applications that can enable services.
• In-depth hardware and software lifecycle management (SDLC).
• Change Control governance principles and Defect management.
• Fit for purpose system integration in an ERP- and non-ERP environment.
• Utilising various modelling techniques
• UI / UX
• Process Mapping tools (Draw.io, etc)

SKILLS required:

• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal abilities to simply convey complex concepts.
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams on FinTech tools and platforms.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements through FinTech innovations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye to detail.
• Conduct risk assessments and facilitate cross-functional mitigation.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Essential:

• Established record of accomplishment in implementing FinTech solutions
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in FinTech or financial services industry
• ± 5 years’ experience in Apparel Retail and Systems, with exposure to:
• Business process exposure/understanding (VAS & Cellular)
• Process optimizing/improvement
• Elicitation and documenting BRS/BRD
• IT and 3rd party collaboration
• Setup, Management and execution of testing
• Project Management skills with ability to lead and motivate teams
• Training/Change management
• Systems/Business support for BAU
• System Architecture understanding (area specific – integration environment/technical competency)
• Unified Modeling Language (UML): High-level context diagram, Product Breakdown Structure, System Architecture diagram, Flow Chart, Business Workflow diagram, Business Process Model and Notation, Use Case diagram, Use Case Narrative.
• Test Execution ensuring launch and maintenance of quality digital products.
• Basic Oracle / Structured Query Language (SQL) – Area specific

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• The purpose of this P27 role is to deliver exceptional customer shopping experience through stock replenishment, merchandising, housekeeping and efficient processing of transactions at till points. 
• If you are self-motivated, passionate about performance and have the high energy level required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment, consider this to be an opportunity to invest and grow your career.

Knowledge Skills & Experience

• Excellent customer service skills 
• Communication skills – fluent in English (any other language would be beneficial 
• Tenacious 
• High energy levels 
• Highly motivated and target driven Experience
• Previous retail experience would be advantageous 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to give customer a great shopping experience - Assist shoppers to find the goods and products that they are looking for - Attend to customer queries / complaints 
• Cashier duties - Process cash and card payments - Process Lay Bys - Process customer refunds - Reporting discrepancies and problems to the supervisor - Till balancing 
• Merchandising - Ensure that stock is correctly priced and displayed - Ensure product availability of the sales floor - Housekeeping - Keeping up to date with promotions 
• Risk - Ensure that products are tagged in line with the company policy - Participating in stock takes - Be on the lookout for shoplifters and fraudulent activities and report any suspicious behaviour to Management 
• Consistently live the Ackermans values & policies and procedures in all aspects of your work.