Retail Operations Assistant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime potential

Staff discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Retail Operations Assistant to support their Vereeniging store. The role blends in-store and remote duties, focusing on inventory, stock management, and maintaining store standards.

You will work closely with the store management team to ensure operational efficiency and a positive customer environment in Gauteng. The position offers hybrid duties and opportunities for growth within retail operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail operations or stock management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory control principles.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and POS systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with hybrid duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing inventory levels, including stock counts, receiving, and organizing merchandise.
• Support store opening and closing procedures efficiently.
• Ensure the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times.
• Process customer transactions accurately and provide excellent customer service.
• Assist with staff scheduling and daily operational tasks as directed by management.
• Help maintain compliance with health, safety, and security policies.

Skills

Stock management

Organization

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Tools

POS systems

Basic computer applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Retail Operations Assistant to support their store in Vereeniging . This role is vital for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the retail operations, assisting with inventory, stock management, and maintaining store standards. You will work closely with the store management team, contributing to operational efficiency and a positive customer environment. This position offers a blend of in-store and remote responsibilities, providing a dynamic work experience in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing inventory levels, including stock counts, receiving, and organizing merchandise.
• Support the implementation of store opening and closing procedures efficiently.
• Ensure the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times.
• Process customer transactions accurately and provide excellent customer service.
• Assist with staff scheduling and daily operational tasks as directed by management.
• Help maintain compliance with health, safety, and security policies.

Requirements

• Previous experience in retail operations, stock management, or a similar support role.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory control principles.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and POS systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with flexibility for hybrid duties.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Opportunities for growth within retail operations.
• Staff discounts on store products.
• Exposure to various aspects of retail management.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment in Vereeniging .