Latest Vacancies at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure and range build appropriate ranges aligned to the strategy with special attention to all trading opportunities. 
• Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions. 
• Have a high degree of organisation and prioritization skills 
• Successfully source and procure a balanced range of merchandise in line with company strategy. 
• Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives. 
• Formulate departmental strategies to maximize sales and then timeously source and secure stock to implement strategies. 
• Negotiate effectively to deliver Financial business KPI’S 
• Build and maintain good relationships with employees, suppliers, and key functions in the business. 
• Contribute to growth /profit through innovative ideas 
• Availability to go on buying trips (local and international) 
• Understanding and delivering a clear product strategy aligned with specific store brand strategy  
• Think in terms of the "big picture" as well as consider specifics and detail. 
• Drive product efficiencies and key measures    
• Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions. 
• Communicate effectively at all levels. 
• Team player and be able to foster collaboration across buying and planning functions. 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma, Graduate Degree, or Post Graduate Degree 
• Have experience as a Homeware Buyer (5+ years essential) 
• At least 2 Years’ experience as a Senior Buyer
• Homeware Softs experience will be an added advantage 
• Integral understanding of the clothing retail Cycle and Buying Process 
• A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable). 

Skills: 

• Excellent planning, organisational and interpersonal skills. 
• Uncompromising negotiation skills 
• Good analytical skills 
• Have a solid understanding of Quick Response model
• Excellent Time management skills 
• Good communication skills 
• Good judgement and problem-solving skills 

Behaviours: 

• Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives 
• forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
• thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation 
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• High level of EQ and resolution driven 
• High level of tolerance and resilience. 
• Must be able to be decisive and ability to handle pressure. 
• Have a value mind-set, speed & agility, and a can-do mentality  
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
• Diplomatic and tactful, while also being assertive 

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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 

Qualifications: 

• A Matric certificate. 
• Relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 years retail experience with a minimum of 1 year store leadership experience. 

Skills:  

• An excellent leader and business manager 
• High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers and situations. 
• A high sense of urgency with demonstrated ability to work independently. 
• High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers. 
• An outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business. 
• Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers 
• Figure and admin orientated 
• Management Experience 
• Organised and thorough 
• An excellent leader and business manager 
• Profit and turnover driven 
• Able to manage risk within the store 
• Strategic Sales Planning 
• Managing the Sales Process 
• Customer Value Management 

Competencies and Behaviours for success:

• Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. 
• Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. 
• Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. 
• Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. 
• Good verbal/ written communication skills and good organisational skills 
• Strong organizational and planning skills 
• The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment 
• The ability to work independently 
• The ability to take initiative 
• A high level of attention to detail 

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Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately and timeously execute transactional and processing activities 
• Executes complex payroll processes and provides payroll consultation services
• Ensure adherence to service level agreements and quality standards
• Identify and manage potential risk 
• General Adhoc duties 

Qualification and Experience: 

• HR/Payroll/related Diploma is advantageous 
• 3 to 5 years functional experience in Payroll 
• Experience using payroll and related systems 
• Good MS Office (Excel) skills 
• Customer service / user experience passion 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• A ‘can do’ attitude with high service delivery 
• Continuous improvement performance mindset 
• Strong working knowledge of payroll and HR systems and practices 
• Strong working knowledge of compensation, benefits and ER related policies and PAYE tax legislation 
• Understanding of the TFG business context 

Skills:

• Review and Reporting 
• Managing Change 
• Business Case Contribution 
• Business Process Modeling (BPM) 
• Enterprise Readiness Assessment 
• Perform Gap Analysis 
• Human resources systems and tools 
• Presentation Creation 
• Spreadsheet Expertise 
• Employee Relations 
• Learning Solutions Development 

Behaviours:

• Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives 
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals 
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success 
• Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation 
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people 
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes 
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment 
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems 
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets 

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Key Responsibilities:

• WMOS Administration that includes waving, printing, auditing and shipping.
• Assisting and supporting DC staff with process related queries or issues.
• Filling and running and saving of daily reports for tracking of data and reporting.
• System inventory tasks, stock take administration, investigations.
• Booking carriers, managing and supporting handover of stock and dealing with carriers on process related enquiries.
• Supporting DC process, inventory accuracy and controls.
• Assisting with any other reasonable distribution related activity as requested by management.
• Be available work overtime or shifts when operationally required.

Qualification:

• A minimum Grade 12 (Matric).

Skills:

• Strong administrative skills.
• Support, drive and achieve daily team targets.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (i.e. aggregation worksheet functions [SUM, AVERAGE, etc.] data sorting and filtering, formatting, processing).
• System knowledge (WMOS).
• A high degree of accuracy and strong numeric ability.
• Understand and follow process.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail with consistent follow-through.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact and communicate effectively.
• To be a self-starter, work independently, use initiative and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Supportive team player focused on customer service.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and adherence to work schedule.
• Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Develops plan and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
• Forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team  objective

Behaviours: 

• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eargerness
• Forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective 
• Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Develops plans and prioritieses initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 

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Key Responsibilities:

• Put-Away, Cycle Counting, and Picking of Raw Materials
• Loading and unloading stock in a safe manner
• Operating an Order Picker to transport stock to and from locations in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with the Health and Safety Act.
• Accurate maintenance of DC inventory
• Containerize, palletize, package, organize, and stage stock in a neat and orderly manner for shipment
• Support and enforce the required rack stock standards.
• Cleaning the DC and maintaining a safe and organized work environment
• Performing Order Picker maintenance
• Protecting of company equipment and stock from damage
• Performing inspection of assigned area and completing all required paperwork
• Communicate discrepancies or damages to management immediately.
• Assisting with any other reasonable distribution related activity as requested by management.

Qualification and Experience:

• A minimum Grade 12 (Matric).
• A valid Hyster Driver’s license for an Order Picker
• Minimum 2 years Distribution Centre specific working experience with at least 1 year’s Hyster Driver experience

Skills:

• Be able to communicate clearly and confidently 
• Be eager to learn and take responsibility for own development
• Have high energy and motivation 

Behaviours:

• Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness
• Forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 

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Key Responsibilities:

• Developing business units strategic, tactical, and operational plans to achieve set targets
• Influencing and implementing the merchandise strategy
• Management of the range assortments and replenishment
• Management of financial metrics & sales trends, developing promotional & range distribution by store & cluster
• Communication and relationship management of key stakeholders such as, suppliers, buyer, operations, etc. 
• Reporting on performance, initiatives, and action plans to senior management periodically (weekly, monthly, seasonally, and annually)

Qualifications and Experience:

• A certificate, diploma, or degree in Business administration or equivalent or at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• 3-5 years proven working experience as a footwear Planner 
• A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed, and strategic approach to work
• Computer literacy in Excel, Power Point and Outlook
• Strong business acumen and merchant thinking
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Proven decision-making ability

Skills: 

• Analytical Processes 
• Commercial Acumen 
• Planning & Organising 
• Policy & Procedures 
• Market Research and Analysis 
• Supplier Management 
• Strategic eCommerce 

Behaviours: 

• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, decision making, interpersonal relations, problem solving, teamwork & written communication   
• Comfortable and effective influencer.   
• You need to be flexible as the environment is very dynamic and priorities can change.   
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results  
• Adapts effectively to situations that are complex, uncertain, or lack guidelines and clear information  
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems  
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes  
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives  
• Effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation  
• Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation

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Responsibilities:  

• Achievement of all store turnover, new accounts & rewards 
• Providing excellent customer service 
• Stock management 
• Daily stock counts 
• Visual merchandising 
• Execution of administrative tasks 

Qualifications: 

Beauty related qualification desirable 

• 2-3 years retail experience 
• 1-2 years cosmetics experience 

Skills:  

• Excellent selling skills 
• Strong interest in retail and the cosmetic field in particular 
• The ability to communicate and persuade effectively at all levels 
• Ability to show initiative and be resourceful 
• Ability to source and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment 
• Customer Service Delivery 
• Planning & Organising  
• Strategic Sales Planning 
• Managing the Sales Process 
• Customer Value Management 

Competencies and behaviours for success:  

• Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. 
• Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. 
• Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. 
• Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. 
• Good verbal/ written communication skills and good organisational skills 
• Strong organizational and planning skills 
• The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment 
• The ability to work independently 
• The ability to take initiative 
• A high level of attention to detail 

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Key Responsibilities: 

• Deliver efficient first-time call resolution while providing an all-round superior service and excellent employee experience  
• Responsible for talent acquisition including sourcing, screening, assessment coordination and placement of candidates  
• Provide employee relations advice and support  
• Provide support and advice related to, among others:  
• Talent Acquisition  
• Employee Relations  
• Training and Development  
• Performance and Transformation  
• OD and Reward  
• Maintain and ensure adherence to agreed policies and procedures  
• Assist and advise line managers and employees on the effective utilisation of relevant self-service options  
• Maintain employee data and reporting  
• Adhere to service level agreements and quality standards  

Qualifications and Experience: 

• HR related Diploma, Degree or Postgrad is preferred  
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in HR  
• Cross function HR knowledge (Non- negotiable)  
• Good MS Office (Excel) skills  
• Customer service / user experience passion  
• Continuous improvement performance mindset  
• Understanding of the TFG business context  

Skills:  

• Review and Reporting 
• Managing Change 
• Business Case Contribution 
• Business Process Modeling (BPM) 
• Enterprise Readiness Assessment 
• Perform Gap Analysis 
• Human resources systems and tools 
• Presentation Creation 
• Spreadsheet Expertise 
• Employee Relations 
• Learning Solutions Development

Behaviours:  

• Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives 
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals 
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success 
• Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation 
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people 
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes 
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment 
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems 
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets 
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results 

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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 

Qualifications: 

• A Matric certificate. 
• Minimum 3 years retail experience with a minimum of 1 year store leadership experience. 

Skills:  

• An excellent leader and business manager 
• High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers and situations. 
• A high sense of urgency with demonstrated ability to work independently. 
• High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers. 
• An outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business. 
• Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers 
• Figure and admin orientated 
• Management Experience 
• Organised and thorough 
• An excellent leader and business manager 
• Profit and turnover driven 
• Able to manage risk within the store 
• Strategic Sales Planning 
• Managing the Sales Process 
• Customer Value Management 

Competencies and Behaviours for success:

• Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. 
• Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. 
• Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. 
• Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. 
• Good verbal/ written communication skills and good organisational skills 
• Strong organizational and planning skills 
• The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment 
• The ability to work independently 
• The ability to take initiative 
• A high level of attention to detail 

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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 

Qualifications: 

• A Matric certificate. 
• Minimum 3 years retail experience with a minimum of 1 year store leadership experience. 

Skills:  

• An excellent leader and business manager 
• High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers and situations. 
• A high sense of urgency with demonstrated ability to work independently. 
• High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers. 
• An outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business. 
• Ensure customer satisfaction by executing our customer service strategy and fulfilling the demands of our customers 
• Figure and admin orientated 
• Management Experience 
• Organised and thorough 
• An excellent leader and business manager 
• Profit and turnover driven 
• Able to manage risk within the store 
• Strategic Sales Planning 
• Managing the Sales Process 
• Customer Value Management 

Competencies and Behaviours for success:

• Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. 
• Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. 
• Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. 
• Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. 
• Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. 
• Good verbal/ written communication skills and good organisational skills 
• Strong organizational and planning skills 
• The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment 
• The ability to work independently 
• The ability to take initiative