Retail Operations Assistant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Competitive hourly wage

On-the-job training

Employee discount

Supportive team in Mossel Bay

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Retail Operations Assistant to support daily store operations. The role combines hands-on tasks with inventory management and customer service to help the store run smoothly.

You will work with the store manager and team to uphold standards, accuracy, and efficiency while gaining hands-on exposure to retail operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or administrative support is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory management.
• Familiarity with POS systems is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory.
• Support implementation of store standards and procedures.
• Help manage POS transactions and customer checkout.
• Conduct regular store checks for cleanliness, safety, and presentation.
• Prepare reports related to sales, inventory, and operations.
• Provide general support to store management and sales team in Mossel Bay.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and proactive Retail Operations Assistant to support their store operations in Mossel Bay . This hybrid role involves assisting with daily operational tasks, inventory management, and ensuring the store runs smoothly. You will work closely with the store manager and team to maintain high standards of efficiency and customer service. This position offers a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in retail management within a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory.
• Support the implementation of store standards and operational procedures.
• Help manage Point of Sale (POS) systems and assist with customer transactions.
• Conduct regular store checks to ensure cleanliness, safety, and presentation standards are met.
• Assist in preparing reports related to sales, inventory, and operations.
• Provide general support to the store management and sales team as needed in Mossel Bay .

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail or administrative support role is advantageous.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory management principles.
• Familiarity with POS systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for team collaboration.

Benefits

• Part-time hours offering flexibility.
• Competitive hourly wage.
• On-the-job training and skill development.
• Employee discount on merchandise.
• Supportive team environment in Mossel Bay .