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Debtors Clerk

Closing Date
2025/06/22
Reference Number
SHO250617-3
Job Title Debtors Clerk
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brackenfell
Purpose of the Job
OK Franchise is rapidly growing and we have an opportunity available for a Debtors Clerk at our Home Office in Brackenfell. A Debtors Clerk at OK Franchise is responsible for accurately processing and effectively reconciling complex trade debtors’ accounts. This role is part of the debtors’ accounts team that provides administrative support to the finance function including the collection of debt, whilst applying in-depth financial reconciliation knowledge to assist and liaise with debtors in recovering and reducing outstanding debt.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Finance
Job Objectives
Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables’ data
Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues.
Facilitate payment of invoices/credit notes due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
Sending statements to all customers
Allocated payments to customer accounts and apply discount
Work on debtors ageing, follow up on outstanding payments
Invoices/credit notes to be sent to customers before cut off to ensure payment is received
Ensure all payments are posted correctly with correct references
All queries to be attended to daily
Ensure allocations/discounts are put in the correct period
Attention to VAT portion when posting
Maintain customer relationships
Filing weekly
Qualifications
Matric – (essential)
National Diploma in Accounting or related field (desired)
Experience

+2 years’ experience as a Debtors’ Clerk or similar role with in-depth knowledge of core administrative support – (essential).
Practical experience and in-depth knowledge of Debtors Accounting principles including general ledger and journals – (essential)
Strong understanding and practice of good client care including telephone etiquette
Practical experience in SAP Finance – (desired)

Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrates understanding of high-level accounting and mathematics
Practical knowledge of O365 with a strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
High attention to detail

Designate Assistant Manager – Bronkhorstspruit

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250617-4
Job Title Designate Assistant Manager – Bronkhorstspruit
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town or City Bronkhorstspruit
Purpose of the Job
The Designate Assistant Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Management Team of the store and learning the operational and leadership aspects of running a Checkers store. This position is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage store operations successfully and foster a stellar customer experience.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
Learn and apply the principles of effective store management.

Assist in driving sales and profitability while upholding the highest standards of customer service

Contribute to the recruitment, training and development of team members.

Support operation initiatives in accordance with the company policies and procedures.

Participate in inventory management and merchandising strategies to optimize sales.

Ensure effective housekeeping, Health and Safety.

Qualifications
Grade 12/Matric

A diploma/degree in Business Management/HR or related field is advantageous.

Experience
Previous experience in retail of customer service roles is preferred.

Proven experience in a managerial role in any retailer

Knowledge and Skills
Strong leadership potential with the ability to inspire and support team members.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Analytical thinking with the ability to solve problems creatively.

Proficiency in MS Office and SAP

Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.

Assistant Branch Manager

Closing Date
2025/06/25
Reference Number
SHO250611-7
Job Title Assistant Branch Manager
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Parklands
Purpose of the Job
Medirite Plus MH Parklands is looking for a dedicated Assistant Branch Manager to join our team and provide support in managing our store operations.

Duties will include to maximize sustainable branch sales by:

Managing, supporting, and monitoring the effective sales of all unscheduled product lines including specialized health and beauty ranges (Skincare, Cosmetics, Vitamins, Personal Care), and managing the stock room.
Minimizing shrinkage and wastage.
Maintain the replenishment process throughout the day to ensure excellent on-shelf availability for customers.
Maintain standards of shop floor presentation and on-shelf pricing.
Executing all pricing and product promotions.
Meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
Meeting monthly targets (sales/profit).
People Management.
Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives

1. Sales maximization

Consistently maximize branch gross profit through effective management of key gross profit drivers.
Maintain stock holding days and stock ordering within required parameters.
Maintain 100% consistency and adherence to stock price changes.
Take corrective action to address sub-standard sales staff performance.

2. Minimization of wastage and in-store markdown (accountable losses) and shrinkage (unaccountable losses)

Identify all wastage as per the weekly wastage report and implement corrective steps to minimize wastage.
Ensure appropriate measures are implemented to minimize shrinkage for all known high shrinkage items and other items identified as per stock take counting reports.

3. Branch sales reporting

Provide timely and accurate reporting to the Regional Retail Manager.
Identify improvement opportunities and possible challenges, making recommendations for corrective action to proactively address these.

4. Effective merchandising and stock availability assurance

Ensure that the branch is merchandised according to company layouts and standards.
Promotional displays are erected and placed as per buyers’, suppliers and company requirements.
In consultation with the Regional Manager, proactively plan, monitor, and maintain consistent stock range availability and movement according to demand and make alternative arrangements for stock shortages, e.g. inter-branch transfers (IBTs).

5. Meeting customer expectations

Maximize customer loyalty by creating a consumer-friendly environment through effective people and process utilization.

6. People Management

Lead, motivate, coach, and enable direct reports to meet profitability and customer service standards.
Train and develop direct reports according to the core competencies of their roles and ensure coordination of training and the delivery thereof is done in a professional manner.
Correctly manage and respond to all disciplinary issues and grievances, when required, in a timely manner.

7. Housekeeping, health and safety, and compliance assurance

Comply with hygiene and housekeeping standards at all times.
Consistently adhere to audit and required legislative standards and statutory requirements.
Qualifications
Essential

Grade 12 qualification
Experience
Essential

At least two (2) years of retail sales management or supervisory experience.

Knowledge and Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Sound numeracy and retail sales skills.
Bilingual, preferably fluent in Afrikaans and English.
Competent in supervising others and leading others, as well as in administrative tasks.
Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledgeable in payment procedures (e.g. cash, cheque, bank card, credit cards, coupons, vouchers).
Knowledge of supply chain and merchandising standards and principles.
Knowledgeable of regulatory requirements of various Money Market Transactions.
Sound knowledge of safety regulations and hygiene standards.
Branch-specific retail systems (e.g. ShopPos; OBS).
Handling of payments (processes and procedures).

Receiving Clerk

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250617-7
Job Title Receiving Clerk
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Town or City Richards Bay
Purpose of the Job
OK Furniture, a division of the Shoprite Group, Africa’s largest retailer, currently has excellent opportunies available to join our Admin team. This opportuntiy will have you operating in a fast-paced furniture retail environment If you can adapt at identifying and meeting customers needs,To take full responsibility for the accuracy of the Stock Ledger at store level. then this is the role for you.

Outputs/ Key elements of the job:

•To analyse and identify problems / exceptions related to maintaining an accurate Stock Ledger and take action to correct these.

•To ensure that all stock movement are accounted for accurately and timeously.

•To ensure that all Service Department production is captured on Blue Cube.

•To ensure in-stock status at all time.

•To ensure that management receiving checks are done on a daily basis.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Administrative
Job Objectives
•To analyse and identify problems / exceptions related to maintaining an accurate Stock Ledger and take action to correct these.

•To ensure that all stock movement are accounted for accurately and timeously.

•To ensure that all Service Department production is captured on Blue Cube.

•To ensure in-stock status at all time.

•To ensure that management receiving checks are done on a daily basis.

Qualifications
National Senior Certificate

Desirable

•Admin and Sales Management training

•Trainee Manager Training

•Cost control diploma

Experience
1-2 year related experience. Retail or Furniture environment desirable.

Knowledge and Skills
6-12 month Retail Furniture operations knowledge desirable

Stock Imports Administrator

Closing Date
2025/07/03
Reference Number
SHO250619-1
Job Title Stock Imports Administrator
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brackenfell
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Import Stock Administrator role is required to perform a variety of clerical and bookkeeping tasks. Responsibilities include liaising with key stakeholders, processing claims, reconciling orders and stock, as well as other administrative tasks. Ultimately, a successful Stock Administrator will assist that all capturing of SAP system transactions are completed accurately across Meat Markets

Job Advert Details
Job Category Administrative
Job Objectives

• Liaise with divisional staff weekly to ensure accurate order placement
• Liaise with distribution centres weekly to ensure accurate stock on hand
• Analyze and process all claims on SAP and ensure GRV is processed for stock returned
• Reconcile system orders received to orders placed and ensure open orders remain in the cold store or have been returned
• Reconcile stock to ensure that weekly stock movements align to the cold store movement report
• Perform ad-hoc administrative tasks
• Stock variance analysis identification
• Variances and corrective action
• Investigate incoming and outgoing stock
• Escalate system errors
• Reconcile distribution centre movements to SAP system to ensure accuracy on distribution centre along with stores
• Weekly reporting on store receiving to identify issues and take corrective action
• Weekly reporting on distribution centre success rate on orders placed

Manage and maintain weekly order sheets to ensure accuracy

Qualifications
Qualifications and experience

· Matric or NQF4 – (Preferred)

· Diploma / NQF Level 6 (Desirable)

Experience
· Knowledgeable of the supply chain, Imports and exports processes – (Desired)

· High level knowledge of importation process – (Desired)

· Knowledge of SAP system – (essential)

· Knowledge of other systems – SAP, Accpac – (Desired)

· Exposure to and an understanding of a retail-oriented environment – (essential)

Knowledge and Skills
Key competencies and work ethic

· Motivated self-starter with a driven nature and strong integrity – Takes accountability for mistakes.

· Strong technical awareness and data management skills?–?Has a sound grasp of database?and reporting design concepts and manages data as a valuable resource to unlock its potential for the organisation.?

· Analytical thinker and quick learner – Readily comprehend new and relatively complex concepts and information, investigates courses of action to identify the most appropriate solution or develop alternative solutions.

· Confident with good personal influence to gain business area respect, influence decisions and gain commitments. Handles and negotiates conflict / challenges well and understands how to drive a high level of focus during times of change.

· Results driven and quality orientated – Strong commitment to delivering high quality work. Remains focused and works tenaciously toward meeting and exceeding expectations within quality standards. Is detailed; does it right the first time and/or spot mistakes in own work to align with functional and organisational guidelines or frameworks.

· Communication skills – Speaks clearly, audibly and at an appropriate pace and provides credible points of an argument in own area of expertise. Writes clearly and succinctly, using correct spelling and grammar; and provides simple points in a straightforward and factual manner.

· Planning and organising – Plans and organises own work effectively while supporting and directing the work of others. Delivers on promises, keeps track of progress against deadlines and ensures tasks are completed on time. Focuses efforts on achieving results aligned to organisational objectives.

· Ability to work under pressure, manage varying priorities and navigate periods of high demand in a fast-paced environment, balancing workload and delivering within tight deadlines.

· Collaborative partnering?- Builds meaningful and sound relationships both internally and externally. Open, honest and direct and comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback. Thinks and acts both independently as well as collaboratively.

· Governance and ethical behaviour?- Applies applicable Governance Policies, Code of Conduct?and ethical?behaviour. Addresses non-compliance and implements suitable corrections.??

Meat Market Trainer

Closing Date
2025/07/03
Reference Number
SHO250609-6
Job Title Meat Market Trainer
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Cape Town
Purpose of the Job To implement and maintain a profitable business model for the Meat Markets department adhering to all policies and procedures.
Conducting Meat Market training at our offices, school and stores.

The job objectives entails:
•To design a profitable business model and ensure implementation.
•To ensure national Meat Market policy and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
•To ensure implementation of and adherence to the Food safety and Hygiene procedures and policies.
•To quality assess and control convenience foods suppliers.
•Efficiently managing the Meat Market training school.
•To provide exception input regarding maintenance of Butchery equipment.
Job Advert Details
Job Category Training
Job Objectives •To design a profitable business model and ensure implementation
•To ensure national Meat Markets procedures are implemented and adhered to
•To ensure implementation of and adherence to the Food safety, Hygiene procedures and policies
•To quality assess and control convenience foods suppliers
•Efficiently managing the Meat Markets training school
•To provide exception input regarding maintenance of Meat Market equipment
•To provide input and suggestions regarding Meat Markets lay-out and equipment
•To ensure implementation of and adherence to processing and production procedures and policies
•To ensure implementation of and adherence to meat cutting standards, procedures and policies
Qualifications Essential

• Matric or a qualification equivalent to a National Senior certificate
• Butchery qualification.
  Experience
  Essential • Minimum 6 to 8 years Butchery experience Desirable • Meat Market management experience • Manufacturing experience • Cost accounting

Knowledge and Skills Essential

• Business management principles
• Financial management principles

Desirable

• Cost accounting
• Manufacturing principles

Trainee Manager – Groblersdal

Closing Date
2025/06/21
Reference Number
SHO250618-2
Job Title Trainee Manager – Groblersdal
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Limpopo
Location – Town or City Groblersdal
Purpose of the Job
As a Trainee Manager, your purpose is to learn all the ins and outs of
managing a supermarket, its products and the employees who make
the store a success. You’ll learn how to provide leadership and direct
the highest level of quality service by creating a pleasant and friendly
atmosphere, while treating every customer and team member like
family! Your goals should include learning about your secret
ingredient to building and embodying a positive store culture of trust
through honesty, integrity, and respect. Living Our Checkers
Leadership Way means that you actively manage, coach and develop
people to build a high performing team.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
Enable team to have rotational, experiential learning exposures

Manage customer experience and engagement

Supermarket people leadership, development, management and administration

Maintaining service levels and operational standards

Supermarket P&L management and reporting

Supermarket expense management and control

Supermarket merchandising, pricing and promotional activity

Supermarket stock availability, quality, rotation and loss prevention (money and stock)

Supermarket housekeeping and compliance with health & safety, food safety and supermarket operational company policy and procedures

Develop comprehensive retail management knowledge to ensure optimal operational standards and highest levels of service excellence

Qualifications
Matric/Grade 12

Degree/diplom in Business Retail Management/HR

Experience
Minimum 1 year experience in a retail environment with exposure to the Supermarket systems and procedures

Knowledge and Skills
Computer Literate – MS Office Basic, Supermarket systems
and technologies

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Store operations management, promotional planning, merchandising, and stock handling principles
• Food Safety & hygiene and the OHSA

Aviation Maintenance Engineer

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250612-2
Job Title Aviation Maintenance Engineer
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brakenfell, Cape Town.
Purpose of the Job
The Aviation Maintenance Engineer (AME) at FliCape is responsible for the comprehensive maintenance, inspection, and repair of aircraft, ensuring safety, compliance, and optimal performance. This role requires the AME to be licensed as an aircraft maintenance engineer within the company, perform maintenance tasks, and sign off on completed work, with the senior maintenance engineer providing final review. As the Alternate Accountable Manager, the AME will operate within the Aircraft Maintenance Organisation (AMO) and adhere to the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) while complying with Hangar Keepers insurance regulations. Additionally, the AME will comply with the Safety Management System (SMS), documenting any issues in a non-punitive manner to promote continuous improvement and enhance operational safety at FliCape.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Engineering
Job Objectives
Aircraft Maintenance and Repair

• Conduct thorough inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircrafts using aviation systems to ensure safety, compliance, and optimal performance.
• Provide technical diagnostics to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness in operations.
• Attend to scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all aircraft to ensure safety and compliance with aviation regulations.
• Service and maintain aircraft as per industry regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Troubleshooting and Investigation

• Collaborate with the Senior Maintenance Engineer to investigate equipment malfunctions by conducting thorough inspections and analyses to identify root causes.
• Apply problem-solving skills to resolve maintenance issues promptly and effectively, escalating unresolved problems to the Senior Maintenance Engineer.

Compliance and Regulatory Standards

• Adhere to aviation regulations and standards in all maintenance activities, ensuring compliance.
• Research and implement best practices in maintenance and safety to enhance operational efficiency and align with industry standards.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Work closely with pilots, engineers, and aviation staff and quality control team (levels of assurance) to schedule and prioritise maintenance tasks, ensuring effective communication around aircraft availability and safety.
• Support overall operations by collaborating with other departments to align with organizational goals.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Conduct analysis of maintenance data to assess aircraft performance, identifying trends or patterns that may indicate potential issues.
• Provide trend monitoring reports on maintenance activities, aircraft status, and findings from investigations to manufacturer.
• Provide suggestions on final decision making to Captain regarding report findings.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated with the latest industry practices, technologies, and regulatory changes to ensure state-of-the-art maintenance processes.
• Propose improvements and enhancements to existing maintenance processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness with external and internal stakeholders.

Safety Management

• Collaborate with the Senior engineer to foster a culture of safety within the department by adhering to safe work procedures during all maintenance activities and promoting awareness among team members.

Training and Development

• Train and support junior maintenance staff (on ad hoc basis) in best practices, safety protocols, and aircraft operation to build strong capabilities within the team.
• Utilise internal Safety Management Systems and Quality Assurance training, where certain processes are outlined in the MoPs.

Qualifications
Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Aeronautical engineering or related field.
• Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (AMEL) with appropriate type ratings, or Airline Transport License or related field.

Experience
Essential

• +5 years of experience in aviation maintenance role or similar position with at least 3 years in a corporate airline environment preferably within a Part 145 (AMO).
• Experience in the aviation or engineering in corporate aircraft.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Strong understanding of aviation maintenance practices, methodologies, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and tools.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of:

Aircraft Maintenance Planning Systems (such as CAMP or similar).
Manual of Procedures (MoPs).
Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP).
Desirable

• Own basic tooling for quality and safety purposes.

Share Scheme Portfolio Specialist

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250604-2
Job Title Share Scheme Portfolio Specialist
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brackenfell, Cape Town
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Share Scheme Portfolio Specialist role is to support the facilitation of the operational processes between internal teams and the JSE Investor Services across all share schemes (Executive Share Plan, Shoprite Employee Trust, and Deferred Short Term Incentive schemes) within the Group. The role is focused on delivering efficient execution of administrative functions related to the share schemes. This position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with the energy and drive to meet expectations and complete tasks effectively.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Human Resources
Job Objectives
Conduct end-to-end administrative support and coordination for the Share Trust to ensure alignment among all stakeholders.
Perform data verification checks with stakeholders (e.g., People Finance, Group Finance, Payroll) to inform them of employee changes (such as promotions and terminations) that impact data integrity and required administrative changes.
Facilitate communication and coordinate processes with third-party suppliers to ensure smooth operations across Shoprite touchpoints.
Assist in the preparation and distribution of dividends to trust holders, ensuring accurate administration of bank details and timely updates on the third-party platform.
Produce reports indicating allocated and unallocated dividends, alongside ad hoc and periodic status updates as required.
Provide ongoing support to the Trust and adapt swiftly to new responsibilities and outputs as they arise.
Manage administrative functions to ensure alignment among stakeholders regarding key processes and timelines.
Apply and monitor the rules of the share schemes accurately during the processing of terminations and related activities.
Assist in managing the annual allocation and vesting of share awards in collaboration with Reward Solutions.
Ensure the accuracy of the participant list eligible for dividend payments, including verifying payment details and dividend pricing per share.
Provide necessary data inputs for IFRS 2 (cash and equity settlement) calculations by liaising with stakeholders in People Finance and Group Finance.
Contribute data inputs to ensure accuracy in actuarial assessments related to share schemes.
Qualifications
Essential
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Retail, Finance, or a related field.

Experience
Essential
+2 years’ experience in a similar capacity or role supporting a share trust or dividend-based shareholding scheme, including some exposure to financial reconciliations.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Proficiency with MS Office 365, including well-developed Excel skills for preparing detailed reconciliations and spreadsheets using formulas.

Secretary

Closing Date
2025/06/23
Reference Number
SHO250618-10
Job Title Secretary
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brackenfell
Purpose of the Job
An opportunity exists for a Secretary to contribute to the ongoing success of OK Franchise through provision of effective administrative support to the Western Cape Divisional Manager.

This role of the Secretary is to coordinate and provide support to the team and a resourceful and flexible approach is required. The position requires a high degree of responsibility, discretion, and confidentiality.

The areas of focus may include driving the identification and implementation of process improvements, policies, and procedures, managing relationships with various teams. The incumbent is required to be able to work on their own initiative, be self-motivated and proactive. An eye for detail will be highly advantageous.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Administrative
Job Objectives
Our ideal candidate will:

Organise and schedule appointments and meetings and ensure all meeting arrangements are in place (e.g. meeting invites; links shared with relevant stakeholders, meeting rooms booked, access to office arranged, etc.).
Check contracts for completion and that all relevant signatures are present.
Type, prepare and compile relevant documentation (i.e. reports, presentations, correspondence, memos, minutes etc.)
Keeping a record of the project team’s activities.
Undertake research as requested/directed by the project development team.
Compiling data to be presented to stakeholders.
Maintaining effective records and administration.
Assist with necessary correspondence, when required to do so.
Respond to queries via email and escalate to the appropriate parties.
Develop and maintain a filing system.
Document and file expenses.
Suggest and implement new initiatives to support the development of the role as required.
Maintain open and effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Ensure that all tasks/duties are carried out in accordance with outlined procedures and standards.
Provide administrative support to ad-hoc events and/or projects.
Qualifications
Matric / Grade 12 Certification.
Diploma or certificate in Office Management or a related field.
Experience
+2 years’ experience in a secretarial/clerical role withgood exposure and knowledge of general administration office practices, tools and processes.
Strong proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook.
Experience in a retail or FMCG environment.
A valid driver’s license is essential.

Knowledge and Skills
The perfect candidate is:

Energetic and vibrant, enjoys working in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, self-awareness and personal influence – able to interact, engage and maintain professional relationships with people at all levels of the corporate structure.
Able to work under pressure, prioritise and balance numerous competing demands in a high-volume, high pressured, fast-paced working environment
Organised and detailed – Plans, coordinates and executes functions, practices and procedures to realise business unit goals and objectives. Vigilantly watches over work processes, tasks and outputs to ensure accuracy and initiates action to correct any quality concerns.
Customer orientated – Committed to providing a high-quality customer service. Ensures customer needs are understood, problems timeously resolved, and expectations met.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with well-developed spoken and written fluency in English along with the ability to convey information and data clearly, accurately and succinctly.
Analytical with good problem solving skills – Comprehends new information to generate insights while proactively investigating courses of action to identify feasible solutions.
Personal integrity – Has good judgment and discretion to manage and maintain confidentiality. Takes accountability for actions and mistakes.

People Services Transformation Lead

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250529-1
Job Title People Services Transformation Lead
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brackenfell, Cape Town
Purpose of the Job
The People Services Transformation Lead is a strategic leadership role tasked with orchestrating the transformation of People Services and driving ongoing transformation initiatives within the broader People Team. The primary purpose of this role is to enhance organisational capacity, capability, risk management, value delivery, and employee experience through data-driven decision-making, process optimisation, technology integration, and fostering a service-oriented culture. Whilst this role will initially focus on the People Services Capability, the integration of services with several COEs and other People Practices will necessitate a broader and deeper transformative lens within and across the People capability.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Human Resources
Job Objectives
Strategic Leadership and Change Management

• Drive strategic simplification initiatives within the People Services Team as a key enabler to elevate employee experience.
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes and reduce complexity.
• Lead and manage large-scale HR transformation projects within the People Team to improve the delivery of services to employees.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer focus.
  Process Improvement and Technology Integration
• Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall operational efficiency.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and key performance metrics to measure and enhance the employee experience.
• Elevate the service mindset of the People Services Team through coaching, mentoring, and development programs.
• Assess potential risks associated with transformation initiatives and develop mitigation strategies to minimise disruption to the organisation.
• Implement technology solutions to support the function’s digital transformation strategy and sustainability goals.
• Stay current with HR regulations and best practices to ensure that transformation initiatives comply with all applicable laws and guidelines.
  Stakeholder Collaboration
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align People Team transformation initiatives with functional goals.
• Facilitate regular meetings and workshops with stakeholders to discuss transformation goals, gather feedback, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
  Reporting and Communication
• Utilise HR analytics to gather insights on employee engagement, performance metrics, and workforce trends, enabling data-driven decisions to guide transformation initiatives.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership on the progress and impact of People Services Team transformation initiatives.
• Communicate the vision and benefits of People Services Transformation function to all stakeholders.
• Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of transformation efforts and adjust as necessary based on data analysis.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology or related field– (essential).

Experience

• +6 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 5 years of in-house experience creating and/or supporting Group People Experience programmes and initiatives that support the focus and elevation of a Group People Experience strategy – (essential).
• A track record of successful People Experience transformation – taking ownership of projects through completion, and seeking opportunities to identify, expand and lead new initiatives – (essential).
• Proven experience in driving system, automation and strategic transformation projects within an HR environment – (desired).
• Experience in leveraging data analytics and technology for decision-making – (desired).

Knowledge and Skills

• Exposure to HR and thorough understanding of HR best practices, employment law and talent management processes, including performance management, compensation, internal mobility, engagement, and retention – (essential).
• Proficiency in project management and change management methodologies – (desired).

Branch Manager

Closing Date
2025/06/25
Reference Number
SHO250611-6
Job Title Branch Manager
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Parklands
Purpose of the Job
Medirite Plus MH Parklands is seeking a dynamic Branch Manager to join our dedicated team in delivering exceptional healthcare services and products.

Duties will include to maximize sustainable branch sales by:

Managing, supporting, and monitoring the effective sales of all unscheduled product lines including specialized health and beauty ranges (Skincare, Cosmetics, Vitamins, Personal Care), and managing the stock room.
Minimizing shrinkage and wastage.
Maintain replenishment process throughout the day to ensure excellent on-shelf availability for customers.
Maintain standards of shop floor presentation and on-shelf pricing.
Executing all pricing and product promotions.
Meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
Meeting monthly targets (sales/profit).
People Management.
Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.
Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives

1. Sales maximization

Consistently maximize branch gross profit through effective management of key gross profit drivers.
Maintain stock holding days and stock ordering within required parameters.
Maintain 100% consistency and adherence to stock price changes.
Take corrective action to address sub-standard sales staff performance.

2. Minimization of wastage and in-store markdown (accountable losses) and shrinkage (unaccountable losses)

Identify all wastage as per the weekly wastage report and implement corrective steps to minimize wastage.
Ensure appropriate measures are implemented to minimize shrinkage for all known high shrinkage items and other items identified as per stock take counting reports.

3. Branch sales reporting

Provide timely and accurate reporting to the Regional Retail Manager.
Identify improvement opportunities and possible challenges, making recommendations for corrective action to proactively address these.

4. Effective merchandising and stock availability assurance

Ensure that the branch is merchandised according to company layouts and standards.
Promotional displays are erected and placed as per buyers’, suppliers and company requirements.
In consultation with the Regional Manager, proactively plan, monitor, and maintain consistent stock range availability and movement according to demand and make alternative arrangements for stock shortages, e.g. inter-branch transfers (IBTs).

5. Meeting customer expectations

Maximize customer loyalty by creating a consumer-friendly environment through effective people and process utilization.

6. People Management

Lead, motivate, coach, and enable direct reports to meet profitability and customer service standards.
Train and develop direct reports according to the core competencies of their roles and ensure coordination of training and the delivery thereof is done in a professional manner.
Correctly manage and respond to all disciplinary issues and grievances, when required, in a timely manner.

7. Housekeeping, health and safety, and compliance assurance

Comply with hygiene and housekeeping standards at all times.
Consistently adhere to audit and required legislative standards and statutory requirements.
Qualifications
Essential

Grade 12 qualification
Experience
Essential

At least two (2) years of retail sales management or supervisory experience.

Knowledge and Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Sound numeracy and retail sales skills.
Bilingual, preferably fluent in Afrikaans and English.
Competent in supervising others and leading others, as well as in administrative tasks.
Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledgeable in payment procedures (e.g. cash, cheque, bank card, credit cards, coupons, vouchers).
Knowledge of supply chain and merchandising standards and principles.
Knowledgeable of regulatory requirements of various Money Market Transactions.
Sound knowledge of safety regulations and hygiene standards.
Branch-specific retail systems (e.g. ShopPos; OBS).
Handling of payments (processes and procedures).

Trainer (Deli)

Closing Date
2025/06/23
Reference Number
SHO250618-9
Job Title Trainer (Deli)
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Town or City Westville KZN
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Trainer (Portfolio) role is to deliver on Training delivery to the specific divisional portfolio being serviced. Using the Training Delivery framework developed in the Group L&D Solutions space, the role ensures the effective training delivery to achieve business objectives. The role establishes business training briefing inputs and works closely with the L&D team to create suitable training inputs in conjunction with People Partners and business. This role achieves success by driving an effective, professional and proficient training experience within their specific business/divisional portfolio for permanent and non-permanent staff members. Support the divisional portfolio by managing the delivery of content and learning materials specific to the training portfolio and ensure effective evaluation of participants to determine if course learning and knowledge transfer was successfully achieved. The portfolio descriptions below provide an indication of the nature of trainer, training context and environment that should be expected.

The Checkers Fresh Trainers portfolio will provide specific Fresh training related to Bakery, Fruit & Veg and Deli. In this portfolio there is a close relationship with the Supermarkets and related upskilling, knowledge transfer and process orientated training related to the Checkers Fresh produce.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
Role Description

Employee Centric Delivery

Utilise a variety of training methodologies, techniques, concepts, learning tools and practices to ensure maximum effectiveness of training programs.
Monitor and measure effectiveness of all training.
Partner with the L&D team to develop and deliver high quality training interventions and where required, to ensure that the outcomes and required units standards for accredited training materials is adequately delivered.
Together with the L&D team, Divisional People Partner and Training Delivery Manager, conduct specific training needs assessments to support the design, development and delivery of relevant training.
Ensure the overall quality in all training processes.
Establish, plan and schedule training in consultation with the relevant stakeholders.
Arranging of appropriate training venues, equipment, training materials as applicable etc.
Ensure successful transfer of knowledge and competence through effective training facilitation techniques.
Together with the L&D team Divisional People Partner and Training Delivery Manager, Setting up, administering and conducting training assessment tools, such as CBT’s, final assessments where relevant etc.
Complete all relevant training administration accurately and timeously.
Periodically evaluate ongoing programs to ensure if they reflect any changes and update delivery of the revised content on a regular basis.
Regular reporting and providing feedback to the relevant stakeholders.
People (Self, Team & Organisational)

Participating in, and aligning with the Divisional Training team to deliver training services to the business.
Participating in various Divisional Training team activities that foster an innovative, agile and employee centric culture where employees are supported, empowered and valued.
Participating in various Divisional Training team activities that foster a wellness culture to ensure that the team mentally, physically and emotionally feels supported.
Participating in the enablement of a culture of open and transparent communication within the Divisional Training team.

Financial, Reporting & BI

Ensuring accuracy in data input and relevant reports as applicable to the Divisional Training team.
Using official data sources to inform administrative outputs.
Assisting with compiling basic reports for input to broader People requirements.
Consolidating basic costs or data as required by the Divisional Training team and other training stakeholders.

Governance & Compliance

Ensuring compliance with relevant labour relations frameworks and legislation.
Ensuring compliance to organisational and legislative governance frameworks and standards including the H&S requirements, POPI Act, Skills Development Act.
Identifying and mitigating of Divisional Training risks.

Future-Fit

Participating in the integration and effective flow of work with other solutions and service areas.
Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in training delivery services.
Suggesting or sharing ideas related to relevant training technology requirements where required.
Qualifications
Qualifications

Grade 12, National Senior Certificate – (essential).
NQF4 and above culinary related qualification (essential).
Registration as assessor with W&R SETA – (essential)/ FoodBev SETA for Deli Trainer – (essential).
Registration as moderator with W&R SETA – (beneficial)/ FoodBev SETA for Deli Trainer – (beneficial).
Driver’s licence. Will be based at the Checkers Pavilion Academy but will sometimes be required to travel to stores.
Experience
Experience within the FMCG, retail sector or similar – (essential).
At least 2 years facilitation experience on SETA accredited programmes – (essential).
+2 year experience in a Fresh Training Delivery role rendering a Training delivery to a supermarket environment – (essential).
Knowledge and Skills
Key Competencies and Work Ethic

The competencies included in this Role Profile indicate the nature of competencies that will contribute positively to the outputs of this role. This is not an exhaustive or exclusive list of competencies, but the most likely.

Connecting & Initiating – Works cooperatively with others and effectively manages disagreements. Works as part of a team and collaborates with others. Invites input and suggestions from colleagues. Shares information that may be useful to others. Handles conflict situations in a constructive way. Makes proactive decisions but refers to others when necessary. Takes responsibility for own work or projects. Gets involved in projects without being prompted and takes on additional responsibilities. Takes initiative to update own knowledge base and skillset.
Executing & achieving – Identifies what needs to be achieved. Establishes priorities and manages time effectively. Creates clear action plans including tasks and timelines. Takes account of possible changing circumstances. Monitors own progress to ensure the accurate and timely completion of work. Sets realistic goals for themselves. Clarifies task requirements and expectations for delivery. Monitors activity to measure progress against set timelines. Ensures tasks have been completed in line with expectations.
Responding & adapting – Remains productive and maintains high levels of performance in a pressurised environment. Remains calm and composed in stressful situations. Is able to maintain focus in pressurised environments. Maintains a positive outlook believing challenges can be overcome. Perseveres despite setbacks, not giving up prematurely. The ability to embrace uncertainty and adapt swiftly to changing situations. Is comfortable working with ambiguity. Adapts to new information and changing conditions. Demonstrates a willingness to change ideas or perceptions based on new information or contrary evidence.
Analysing & Innovating – Works through the relevant details and facts. Makes connections in information identifying how different aspects of a problem are related and possible causes within the context of their role and function. Recognises the need for additional information and works to obtain it. Develops alternative approaches to the prevailing processes. Modifies and adapts current methods and approaches to better meet needs. Displays curiosity and an openness to new ideas. Takes accountability for embracing new processes, methods or systems that are introduced.
Performance & output alignment – Interprets individual performance data to identify areas of poor performance. Co-creates individual performance improvement plans. Aligns functional activities and outputs to the broader People team. Seeks to continuously improve.
Human Capital administration, policies & procedures – Understands the HC administrative processes to process employee data. Generates People orientated documentation in support of HC processes. Understands the regulatory and policy requirements to maintain and keep employee files and records. Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality when working with employee information.
Training delivery – Works together with various stakeholders to prepare, deliver and evaluate learning content, courses and/or programmes in meeting current training needs requirements as defined by business.
Processing – Uses the required system within this process. Knows the company process requirements with regard to keeping relevant logs, files and records up-to-date and accurate. Knows the requirements for accurate reporting on process outputs. Knows how to maintain compliance with policy and process requirements.
Governance & ethical behaviour – Applies the Governance Policy, Code of Conduct and ethical behaviour. Addresses non-compliance and implements suitable corrections

Pharmacy Sales Assistant

Closing Date
2025/06/25
Reference Number
SHO250611-5
Job Title Pharmacy Sales Assistant
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Parklands
Purpose of the Job
Medirite Plus MH Parklands is looking for a Pharmacy Sales Assistant who is customer-focused, hard-working, and adaptable to ensure the smooth operation of in-store retail operations. The ideal candidate should have excellent customer service skills and enjoy interacting with customers. The Pharmacy Sales Assistant will be responsible for greeting customers, arranging visual displays, processing customer refunds, and identifying customers’ needs to suggest products that will best meet those needs.

Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.
Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
Handling of payments and balance sales and receipts according to company procedure.
Be aware of new products and keep your product knowledge up to date.
Restocking items and organizing the sales floor according to standard operating procedures.
Regularly conducting price audits to identify and rectify price discrepancies.
Processing customer payments using the stores’s Point of Sale (POS) system.
Maintaining product knowledge to offer advice and recommendations.
Stay up to date on all promotions and special offers.
Maintain visual merchandising standards.
Conduct proper housekeeping.
Handle all customer queries timeously and escalate to higher management when necessary.

Qualifications
Essential:

Grade 12 qualification
Experience
Essential:

At least 5 months point of sale / till point experience within a retail environment.
Proven track record in retail sales, including experience working on the sales floor and behind the cash counter.
Knowledge and Skills
Solid understanding of customer service principles.
Knowledgeable of stock receiving procedures and merchandising standards.
Computer literate.
Bilingual, preferably fluent in Afrikaans and English.
Engaging and friendly personality.
Knowledgeable of payment procedures (e.g. cash, cheque, bank card, credit cards, coupons, vouchers).
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
Effective communication skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.

Stock Clerk

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250617-6
Job Title Stock Clerk
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Town or City Richards Bay
Purpose of the Job
OK Furniture, a division of the Shoprite Group, Africa’s largest retailer, currently has excellent opportunities available to join our Admin team. This opportunity will have you operating in a fast-paced furniture retail environment If you can adapt to identifying and meeting customer’s needs, take full responsibility for the accuracy of the Stock Ledger at store level. then this is the role for you.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Administrative
Job Objectives
•To analyse and identify problems / exceptions related to maintaining an accurate Stock Ledger and take action to correct these.

•To ensure that all stock movement are accounted for accurately and timeously.

•To ensure that all Service Department production is captured on Blue Cube.

•To ensure in-stock status at all time.

•To ensure that management receiving checks are done on a daily basis.

Qualifications
National Senior Certificate

Desirable

•Admin and Sales Management training

•Trainee Manager Training

•Cost control diploma

Experience
1-2 year related experience. Retail or Furniture environment desirable.

Knowledge and Skills
6-12 month Retail Furniture operations knowledge desirable

Pharmacy Manager

Closing Date
2025/06/19
Reference Number
SHO250512-2
Job Title Pharmacy Manager
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Northern Cape
Location – Town or City Kimberley
Purpose of the Job
We’re searching for a Pharmacy Manager to join our team at Medirite Kimberley! In this role, you will be tasked with leading a team and ensuring that the pharmacy operates seamlessly and efficiently.

Key Performance Areas include:

INDIVIDUAL

Dispensing
OPERATING RESULTS ACHIEVED THROUGH DELEGATED TASKS

Pharmacy administration
Housekeeping
Stock control
Customer service
Sales
Compliance
Marketing campaigns
MANAGEMENT

Operational work planning.
Priority setting and scheduling of staff.
Operational performance monitoring.
People and enabling capacity management/Resourcing.
Manage cross-functional relationships e.g. with Prescribers, Suppliers, Head Office, Store manager, Cash office.
Resolve escalated operational issues.
Budget management.
LEADERSHIP

Developing and tutoring staff, interns, and assistants.
Motivate and discipline the team.
Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
INDIVIDUAL

Dispensing
OPERATING RESULTS ACHIEVED THROUGH DELEGATED TASKS

Pharmacy administration
Housekeeping
Stock control
Customer service
Sales
Compliance
Marketing campaigns
MANAGEMENT

Operational work planning.
Priority setting and scheduling of staff.
Operational performance monitoring.
People and enabling capacity management/Resourcing.
Manage cross-functional relationships e.g. with Prescribers, Suppliers, Head Office, Store manager, and Cash office.
Resolve escalated operational issues.
Budget management.
LEADERSHIP

Developing and tutoring staff, interns, and assistants.
Motivate and discipline the team.
Qualifications
Essential

Bachelor of Pharmacy degree/ equivalent qualification.
Registered as a pharmacist at the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
Desirable

Registered as a tutor.
Experience
Essential

Experience in managing staff.
Experience working in a retail pharmacy environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of Retail operations.
Knowledge of dispensing systems and ordering systems.
Knowledgeable with regard to pharmacy legislation.
Knowledge of financial management principles and systems.
Computer literacy – MS Office skills.
Unisolv experience.
Marconi experience (advantageous).
Effective conflict management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer-centric skills.
Excellent organizing and planning skills.
High level of attention to detail.

Stock Controller

Closing Date
2025/06/25
Reference Number
SHO250611-8
Job Title Stock Controller
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Parklands
Purpose of the Job
Medirite Plus MH Parklands is looking for a Stock Controller whose expertise translates into optimally maintained stock levels. The purpose of the role is to accurately accept deliveries of incoming goods and facilitate the smooth flow of goods to the trading store and back to the distribution center and suppliers. To be successful in the role of stock controller, you need to have in-depth expertise in inventory management and work experience in the retail industry.

Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
To accurately receive goods by comparing the goods received with the invoice.
To accurately and timeously capture invoices of goods received on the system.
Ensure that goods delivered are the goods invoiced and captured in terms of quantities, variants, and conditions.
Process all returns to suppliers in compliance with company SOPs.
Maintain and ensure that the store room is in an acceptable and orderly condition.
Assist in managing and controlling high-risk stock.
Pick up discrepancies and report them to the manager.
Return all unordered or damaged goods delivered to the store and accurately complete credit notes for non-acceptance in accordance with company policy and SOPs.
Very labour intensive- Lifting of heavy boxes and offloading of pallets.
Assist with other duties and departments in accordance with operational requirements

Qualifications
Essential

Grade 12 qualification

Experience
Essential:

Atleast 1+ years of relevant working experience within a retail/FMCG store operations environment in a similar role.

Knowledge and Skills
Retail/FMCG background and understanding of in-depth knowledge of stock management principles and best practices.
High attention to detail.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Great problem-solving skills.
Computer skills (MS Word and MS Excel, Office 365).
Knowledge of how the SAP system works.
Sound numeracy skills and excellent communication skills

Petshop Science Manager

Closing Date
2025/06/22
Reference Number
SHO250618-11
Job Title Petshop Science Manager
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town or City Hyde Park
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Petshop Science Manager is to manage and build the Petshop Science brand, ensuring that the team provides and outstanding and inspiring in-store experience, where sales targets are continuously achieved or exceeded, customer interest is created, and there is return traffic to the store. The role oversees a team who offers relevant, helpful and accurate product information, as well as animal health recommendations, to assist customers in making purchasing decisions that address their pets’ needs. The Petshop Science Manager is responsible for effectively managing all in-store team leadership and management, stock, merchandising and operational activities to maximise sales, profitability and loss prevention.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
How you add value

Build trust with our customers
Keep customers coming back to Petshop Science through optimal operational standards and highest levels of service excellence
Provide leadership that creates a great team vibe with sound people management and administration
Accountable for great financial results, achievement of sales targets and loss prevention
Accountable for team compliance with company policies and health and safety standards.
What you do daily

Provide support and leadership to the team
Manage the daily operation of the store
Communicate effectively and timeously with suppliers and investigate and/or escalate stock issues
Oversee product merchandising
Ensure standards for quality, customer service, and health and safety are met.
Investigate and resolve any areas of concern.
Deliver reports and/or specific inputs as required
Take ownership of the in-store customer service
Maintain an extensive knowledge of pets and related products to ensure the best service and advice is provided to our customers.
Ensure pet product knowledge is relevant and continuously aligned to new trends.
Build your own and your team’s product knowledge through training, knowledge exchange and working with suppliers.
Selling and Sales Performance Management
Oversee all sales policies, procedures and processes, ensuring the best in-store customer experience.
Manage and monitor the team’s sales performance

Qualifications
Grade 12 (Essential)
Experience
+3 years exposure to retail or service-oriented store environment (Essential)
MUST LOVE ANIMALS – Previous exposure to pet services, pet care, pet products or animal orientated services or sales (Essential)
Knowledge and Skills
What will make you a great Petshop Science Manager?

A social personality that thrives around customers (Essential)
A demonstrated independent and quick learner (Essential)
Understanding of procedures, standards and guidelines in a retail store context (Essential)
Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, well-groomed, reliable, punctual, and not afraid of hard work.
Team oriented
Positive attitude with the ability to coach and motivate staff.
Independent problem solver, quick thinker and learner
Work well under pressure and handle multiple priorities
Set goals
Sales orientation with a strong eye for detail
Strong analytical skills
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Physically strong – ability to stand or walk for long periods of time, lift things, climb up ladders etc.
Integrity, strong code of conduct and compliance

Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

Trainee Manager – Bronkhorstspruit

Closing Date
2025/06/20
Reference Number
SHO250617-5
Job Title Trainee Manager – Bronkhorstspruit
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town or City Bronkhorstspruit
Purpose of the Job
As a Trainee Manager, your purpose is to learn all the ins and outs of
managing a supermarket, its products and the employees who make
the store a success. You’ll learn how to provide leadership and direct
the highest level of quality service by creating a pleasant and friendly
atmosphere, while treating every customer and team member like
family! Your goals should include learning about your secret
ingredient to building and embodying a positive store culture of trust
through honesty, integrity, and respect. Living Our Checkers
Leadership Way means that you actively manage, coach and develop
people to build a high performing team.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Retail
Job Objectives
Enable team to have rotational, experiential learning exposures

Manage customer experience and engagement

Supermarket people leadership, development, management and administration

Maintaining service levels and operational standards

Supermarket P&L management and reporting

Supermarket expense management and control

Supermarket merchandising, pricing and promotional activity

Supermarket stock availability, quality, rotation and loss prevention (money and stock)

Supermarket housekeeping and compliance with health & safety, food safety and supermarket operational company policy and procedures

Develop comprehensive retail management knowledge to ensure optimal operational standards and highest levels of service excellence

Qualifications
Matric/Grade 12

Experience
Minimum 1 year experience in a retail environment with exposure to the Supermarket systems and procedures

Knowledge and Skills
Computer Literate – MS Office Basic, Supermarket systems
and technologies

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Store operations management, promotional planning, merchandising, and stock handling principles
• Food Safety & hygiene and the OHSA

Brand Liaison Officer

Closing Date
2025/06/19
Reference Number
SHO250611-1
Job Title Brand Liaison Officer
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town or City Brackenfell
Purpose of the Job
The OK Franchise Brand Liaison Officer is responsible for the management and execution of PR opportunities within the agreed marketing campaign promotional roll-outs. The Brand Liaison Officer also manages and sources additional corporate social investment opportunities to leverage the brand presence within the communities they serve.

This role is also responsible for overall oversight on positive brand sentiment across all OK store banners and acts as the representative to oversee all communication internally and to franchisees of updated business announcements and assist on eventing on a HQ and divisional store level when required.

The OK Franchise Brand Liaison Officer is lastly responsible for managing consumer affairs including attendance to consumer meetings, in-store consumer boards, consumer queries and complaints.

Job Advert Details
Job Category Other
Job Objectives
Public Relations & Content Creation

•  Source, execute additional PR opportunities through understanding industry trends to leverage positive brand sentiment to the OK brand
•  Consumer PR to drive additional support to consumer marketing campaigns to drive hype and excitement.
•  Write press releases with the approval from Group PR
•  Understanding of media relations, opportunities and additional added value opportunities to drive positive brand sentiment.
•  B2B Public Relations – basic understanding of the business landscape, media opportunities, evening where OK is introduced, presented and a positive presence is maintained annually.
•  Manage, collate, the quarterly company newsletter

Sponsorships & Donations & Eventing

•  Source, manage and oversee sponsorships at home office as well on a divisional level
•  Ensure donations are regulated nationally, towards the Group directive
•  Manage of divisional consumer, staff and supplier eventing when required
•  Manage, the annual company conference from start to execution – ensure equipped in dealing with various agencies
•  Support divisions donation requests – ensure that this is vetted via the Group according to the strategic focus areas
•  Manage, collate social committee as well as the communication champions within each division based on home office requirements
•  Conduct regular store visits to identify additional supportive opportunities required via our franchisees
•  Manage the new store opening process, ensure certain activations are collated to drive extensive attraction and media attention to store.

Brand Perception

•  Manage aligned communication at home office and all divisions according to the appropriate use of the Brand CI guidelines
•  Ensure brand and promotional materials are to spec, updated and communication as well as reviewed annually to ensure consistency and innovation
•  Manage daily administrative tasks where needed,
•  Extensive networking ability with the Shoprite group stakeholders as well as potential OK franchise stakeholders.
•  All branding, all stakeholders providing branding support to franchisees are compliant and ensure towards the brands standards in terms of execution.
•  Updated, where needed on instore branding materials, product labels, packaging where needed , instore messaging – overall ensuring consistency on brand representation
•  Manage, brief content for store instore screens as well as instore radio content
•  Standard brand imagery is consistently updated, relevant
•  Update internal stationery assets for internal usage
•  Monthly reporting on PR, CSI and Sustainability actuals, and possible projections

Qualifications
A Public Relations or Communications Diploma / Degree

Experience
+4 years experience in a communications specialist or similar role, executing brand liaison strategies and plans across a variety of channels and creating content and campaigns that promote the organisations image and brand
Good understanding of community engagement, promotions, events and media relations and experience in social media communication channels
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint Online
Experience in a retail environment
Familiarity with project management and financial skills
Knowledge and Skills
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
Ability to articulate strategy, rationale, and ideas
Excellent teamwork
Motivated self-starter with good energy and drive to deliver projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong ability to drive action through collaboration, proactivity and flexibility. Works alongside others to deliver results and get things done
Adaptable and resilient – With news and stories constantly changing, able to adapt and change directions in a moment. Able to work under pressure and at a fast pace to deliver timely and relevant communications
Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail
Results-oriented and quality focused – Proactively drives results and sets stretch goals for self and others remaining focused and working tenaciously to meet and exceed expectations within quality standards
Team player with good interpersonal skills – Build collaborative, sustainable relationships with cross functional teams and external partners.
Supports the development of communications best practice by keeping up to date on new trends,platforms and use of content.

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