TFG (The Foschini Group) is inviting suitably qualified and enthusiastic candidates to apply for multiple Seasonal Sales Associate (120hr) positions at Sterns, Jet and Exact stores across South Africa. These seasonal opportunities are aimed at supporting retail operations during the busy festive shopping period.
The available positions offer an opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with customers, have a positive attitude and are interested in gaining retail experience. Successful candidates will contribute to creating a welcoming shopping environment, assisting customers, supporting sales activities and ensuring that stores remain organised and ready for customers.
Available Positions and Locations
TFG has advertised the following Seasonal Sales Associate vacancies:
Sterns
- Canal Walk – Western Cape
Jet
Eastern Cape
- Uitenhage Market Street
- Kenako Mall
- Greenacres
- Graaff-Reinet
- Hemingways
- Northam is not in the Eastern Cape; see the Limpopo listings below.
- Queenstown Nonesi Mall
- Mthatha Circus
- Bethal Eeufees Street
Western Cape
- Blue Route
- Mountain Hill
- Zevenwacht Mall
- Vangate, Cape Town
Gauteng
- Clearwaters
- Centre Walk, Tshwane
- Protea Glen, Soweto
- Waterfall Mall, Rustenburg
- Sandton Square
- Cradlestone, Krugersdorp
- Mall of the South, Alberton
- Sky City Mall, Vereeniging
- Rustenburg Mall
- Sam Ntuli Mall, Katlehong
Free State
- Parys, Kort Street
Limpopo
- Northam
- Thabazimbi
- Groblersdal
- Makhado Crossing Mall
- Limpopo Mall
- Mall of the North
Mpumalanga
- Secunda Mall
- Highveld Mall
Exact
Gauteng
- Carletonville/Krugersdorp
- Mall of Africa, Midrand
- Midrand
Limpopo
- Elim Mall
- Thohoyandou 2
- Mall of the North
Mpumalanga
- Tonga Mall
- Hazyview
- Highveld Mall
Note: The locations above are transcribed from the supplied vacancy document. Some location and province combinations in the source appear inconsistent and should be verified against the individual official vacancy listings before applying.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on the specific store, seasonal sales associates may be expected to assist with the following retail duties:
- Welcome customers and provide friendly, professional service.
- Assist customers in identifying suitable products.
- Promote merchandise and identify opportunities to increase sales.
- Contribute towards achieving sales targets.
- Maintain product knowledge and keep up to date with relevant fashion trends.
- Replenish merchandise and ensure that the store remains customer-ready.
- Respond to customer queries and complaints efficiently.
- Maintain a neat and organised shopping environment.
- Work with colleagues to support daily store operations.
- Remain productive and professional during busy trading periods.
Requirements
The detailed Sterns vacancy specifies the following requirements. Applicants should confirm the requirements for their chosen Jet or Exact vacancy on the official careers website.
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must have excellent communication and selling skills.
- Must demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude.
- Must be customer-focused and sales-driven.
- Must possess a strong work ethic.
- Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to deliver results.
- Must be able to work under pressure.
- Must be able to handle customer queries and complaints efficiently.
- Must be willing to work retail hours.
- Must have reliable transport.
- Must be available to start immediately.
- A passion for retail and fashion will be an advantage.
About TFG
TFG is an internationally diversified retail group with a portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands. The group aims to create remarkable shopping experiences for customers while providing opportunities for employees to develop their skills and grow within the retail industry.
Its retail brands serve customers across different product categories, including clothing, lifestyle products, jewellery and accessories.
How to Apply
Search for Seasonal Sales Associate (120hr) and select the relevant brand and store location before submitting an application. Review the individual vacancy details carefully to confirm the requirements and application instructions.
Important: The supplied document does not provide a confirmed closing date or salary for these positions. Applicants should consult the relevant official vacancy listing for further details.
Preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from designated groups in accordance with the Employment Equity Act, as stated in the detailed Sterns advertisement.
Apply for the position that best matches your preferred location and ensure that all information submitted is accurate.