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Retail Assistant

Career Start International

Retail Assistant

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Inventory Management

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Contract type:

Permanent

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

15 September 2026

What they need


We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Retail Assistant to join our operational retail and client service team. In this role, you will act as a primary brand ambassador, assisting customers, maintaining product presentations, and supporting day-to-day store operations. This position is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Customer Service & Sales: Greet incoming shoppers, assist with product inquiries, and deliver attentive, professional service to ensure a positive customer journey.
  • Point of Sale Operations: Process daily sales transactions accurately, handle cash and digital payments, and assist with daily till balancing.
  • Stock & Inventory Control: Receive new merchandise shipments, verify stock deliveries against invoices, and assist with regular inventory audits.
  • Visual Merchandising: Maintain clean, organized, and attractive product displays in accordance with brand standards and visual guidelines.
  • Store Operations Maintenance: Keep the floor, fitting areas, and stockrooms clean, structured, and fully prepared for daily operational flow.

Requirements

  • Relevant Experience: 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a retail sales, customer-facing, or floor operations environment.
  • POS & Digital Competency: Familiarity with modern Point of Sale (POS) systems, barcode scanners, and basic digital inventory management tools.
  • Communication Skills: Clear, welcoming verbal communication skills with a strong ability to build rapport with diverse customers.
  • Reliability & Punctuality: Proven record of punctuality, strong work ethic, and dependability during core store operating hours.
  • Physical Capability: Ability to stand for extended periods, handle light-to-moderate stock lifting, and maintain continuous active floor coverage.

Ideal Candidate

  • Customer-Centric: Passionate about providing genuine assistance and creating memorable shopping experiences.
  • Highly Organized: Keeps sales floors neat, stock levels monitored, and product displays impeccably presented.
  • Proactive Worker: Takes initiative during quiet store hours to restock, clean, and prepare inventory without needing constant supervision.
  • Adaptable Team Player: Coordinates smoothly with floor managers and store colleagues to meet daily sales and operational goals.
  • Calm Under Pressure: Handles busy store traffic, queue management, and customer requests with composure and courtesy.

What We Offer

  • High-Trust Culture: A supportive working environment that trusts your capability to manage floor responsibilities effectively.
  • Internal Promotion: Clear internal growth paths for high performers looking to advance into supervisory or store coordinator roles.
  • Stable Employment: Consistent, full-time schedules within an established retail operational structure.
  • Collaborative Team: Work alongside dedicated colleagues in an environment built on mutual respect and active connection.
  • Modern Operational Tools: Access to streamlined digital inventory tools and modern POS systems designed for daily efficiency.

How to Apply

Please submit your updated CV directly through Indeed. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete a brief profile setup as part of our next review phase.

About Us & Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an established brand since 2007 and are an equal opportunity company committed to fair hiring practices. Every candidate application is individually reviewed by our team.

Pay: R11 500,00 - R12 500,00 per month

Application Question(s):

  • For external video interviews, please confirm ONLY your contact email:
  • Have you completed a profile synced at www.careerstart.co.za? Yes / No

Work Location: In person

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