People Business Partner

Join a Company That Values Passion in Every Role!

We are seeking to collaborate with the Clothing division to advance the Pick n Pay people agenda. This involves providing support to leaders, facilitating effective people practices, ensuring adherence to governance standards, and enhancing the employee experience to establish PnP Clothing as a preferred employer.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant degree (e.g., B Comm / HR / Business / Psychology); a post-graduate degree is a plus.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in a People Partner Role with exposure to managing all elements of the HR value chain.
• Over 5 years of experience in a Clothing retail environment – encompassing both Operations and Corporate Competencies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capability to foster robust relationships across various organizational levels, along with influencing, negotiating, and facilitating skills.
• Resourceful problem solver with sound judgment and effective decision-making abilities.
• Analytical and integrative thinker with a systems-oriented mindset.
• Strong business acumen and commercial insight within the clothing retail sector.
• Comprehensive generalist human capital knowledge (preferably in a unionized context).
• Ability to co-create and implement talent initiatives that align with business needs.
• Advanced computer proficiency.
• Familiarity with the HR module of an ERP system (e.g., SAP / Workday).
• Proficient in the complete MS Office suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication capabilities.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Capacity to handle multiple priorities and adhere to deadlines.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Key Responsibilities: Including but not limited to:

• Strategy Alignment: Collaborate with line management to prioritize HR objectives, utilizing technical HR expertise to propose solutions and establish plans and metrics to achieve these goals. Ensure comprehension of Pick n Pay’s HR strategy and vision to enable alignment in your area.

• Organizational Effectiveness and Resourcing: Work with line management to identify roles that need to be filled and manage recruitment for all vacancies according to the recruitment process. Integrate job descriptions into onboarding, performance contracts, and development plans.

• Performance and Talent Management and Succession: Actively advocate for performance management processes among both new and existing employees. Communicate the performance management process, timelines, and templates.

• Learning and Development: Execute Learning and Development initiatives in line with defined policies and procedures. Provide input for identifying needs within the operational environment.

• Compensation, Benefits, and HR Services: Advise line managers on all reward-related policies and practices. Communicate the employee value proposition (EVP) and any changes to terms of service and benefits.

• Diversity and Inclusion Accountability and Employment Equity: Implement diversity and inclusion programs and offer tools and support as necessary.

• Employee Relations: Communicate any changes in strategy and provide guidance to line managers on these changes. Engage with recognized trade unions/employees in regions about the company’s Employee Relations Strategy in the event of any modifications.

• Change Management: Contribute to designing and implementing key stakeholder engagement and communication strategies supporting vital business initiatives, focusing particularly on culture and shared vision and values.

• HR Effectiveness: Ensure the accuracy of all inputs into HR systems and critical HR metrics (such as recruitment timelines, skills shortages, recruitment expenses, post-placement trends, attrition rates, and retention challenges, etc.).

• Business Partnering: Implement the HR strategy within store operations. Collaborate with leaders and managers as a trusted advisor to achieve shared organizational goals and foster a high-performance culture.

• Effective Teamwork, Self-Management, and Alignment with Group Values: Continuously pursue best-in-class solutions and practices. Promote and embody Pick n Pay values at every level. Stay informed about legislation, new developments, etc.

Closing Date: 18 March 2026

If you thrive in an environment of rapid growth and enjoy working alongside enthusiastic, high-achieving individuals, you will find your career with us incredibly rewarding!

Discover Who We Are:
At Pick n Pay, we are more than just a retailer; we are a collective of dedicated individuals focused on delivering an outstanding shopping experience for our customers and fostering a vibrant, enriching workplace for our employees. Established in 1967, Pick n Pay stands as one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent. Our reputation hinges on our dedication to providing the best in quality and value.

Our Mission:
We serve with our hearts, creating a wonderful workplace, and with our minds, we establish an excellent shopping experience.

Our Values:
Our values are integral to our culture and shape 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 care for and respect one another. We appreciate our team's diversity and treat each other with kindness and understanding.
• Personal Growth and Opportunity: We promote personal development and opportunities. We believe in empowering our employees and offering avenues for learning and advancement.
• Leadership and Innovation: We cultivate leadership and vision while rewarding innovation. We encourage our employees to take on leadership roles and think creatively.
• Honesty and Integrity: We uphold honesty and integrity, operating with transparency and trustworthiness in all interactions.
• Community Support: We engage with our communities, believing in making a positive impact and giving back.
• Individual Responsibility: We accept personal responsibility for our actions and decisions.
• Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable, ensuring that we deliver on our commitments to our customers, colleagues, and the business.

Why Pick n Pay?
At Pick n Pay, our strength is our people. We strive to be the preferred employer, attracting and retaining top talent in the industry. We foster a work environment that encourages growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your efforts will be meaningful, recognized, and rewarded. Experience the fulfillment of being part of Pick n Pay. Together, let’s shape the future of retail in Africa.

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