Assistant Clothing Manager

It's enjoyable to be part of a company where individuals genuinely BELIEVE in their work! At Pick n Pay, we are seeking skilled professionals who align with our values and wish to join a team of seasoned experts. We offer exciting opportunities for motivated, focused, and committed individuals interested in applying for the Clothing Assistant Manager role. Applicants must exhibit professional values and attitudes, along with the capacity to combine insight and technical expertise across each facet of the value creation process.

Grade: 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent
Requirements:

• Prior experience in a managerial role (or relevant relief experience).
• Proficient in computer applications – MS Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Teams/Zoom.
• Openness to working irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and after-hours stock takes.
• Flexibility to transfer between stores as required.
• Willingness and capacity to perform physical, hands-on tasks.
• Completion of an assessment is necessary.

Competencies:

• A genuine passion for the products.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Diligent, detail-oriented, and precise.
• Effective staff management and development skills.
• A sense of urgency, enthusiasm, and high energy.
• Assertiveness.
• A customer-focused mindset.
• Capability to perform under pressure.
• Motivation, self-assurance, and initiative.
• Team player driven by results.

Customer Journey:

• Customer-centric approach.
• Strict adherence to customer service standards.
• Addressing all customer service inquiries and promoting products and services.
• Ensuring compliance with VM standards and execution of all plans and promotions.

People Management: (Supporting the Store Manager with responsibilities)

• Oversee all personnel-related aspects consistently.
• Address employee deficiencies when necessary.
• Assist with recruitment at the store level in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Help identify training and development initiatives for staff.
• Support performance management with an emphasis on talent management and succession planning.
• Capable of leading and managing a team of employees.
• Aid in identifying training initiatives and developing staff appropriately.

Daily Operations/Stock Management/Risk Management:

• Open and close the store following company security protocols.
• Conduct start and end-of-day reporting and procedures.
• Manage administrative tasks (staff scheduling & leave, invoices, pricing, costs, floats & banking, expense control, reconciliations, CDC, and head office instructions) in line with company standards and procedures.
• Ensure merchandise is received, documented, packed, displayed, and merchandised according to company policy.
• Monitor quality and manage the condition of merchandise, taking necessary actions.
• Control shrinkage.
• Ensure compliance with OHS standards at all times.

Sales/Promotions:

• Drive sales to meet budgets and monitor sales, turnover, and participation.
• Implement promotional activities.
• Execute markdowns and RTCs.

Closing Date: 08 February 2026

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy collaborating with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you will find fulfillment in your career with us!

Discover Who We Are
At Pick n Pay, we are more than a retailer; we are a collective of dedicated individuals focused on delivering an exceptional shopping experience for our customers and creating a vibrant, enriching work environment for our employees. Established in 1967, Pick n Pay is one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the continent. Our reputation is founded on our commitment to providing the best in quality and value.

Our Mission
We serve with our hearts, creating a wonderful place to be, and with our minds, we develop an excellent shopping environment.

Our Values
Our values are deeply ingrained in our culture and guide our actions:

• Passion for our Customers: We are dedicated to our customers and advocate for their rights. Their satisfaction is our success.
• Respect and Care: We value and respect one another, appreciating our team's diversity and treating each other with kindness and understanding.
• Personal Growth and Opportunity: We promote personal growth and opportunities, empowering our employees with chances for learning and advancement.
• Leadership and Innovation: We encourage leadership and vision while rewarding innovation, inspiring employees to be leaders and think creatively.
• Honesty and Integrity: We uphold honesty and integrity, maintaining transparency and trustworthiness in all our interactions.
• Community Support: We engage with and support our communities, striving to make a positive impact.
• Individual Responsibility: We take accountability for our actions and decisions.
• Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for fulfilling our commitments to our customers, colleagues, and our business.

Why Pick n Pay?
At Pick n Pay, our strength comes from our people. We aim to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining top talent in the industry. We create a workplace that nurtures growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your work will be meaningful, acknowledged, and rewarded. Experience the joy of being part of Pick n Pay. Let’s shape the future of retail in Africa together.

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