Peak Retail Student at The Spitz Group (Multiple Locations)

The Spitz Group, home to iconic luxury footwear and apparel brands including Spitz, Kurt Geiger, Carvela, Lacoste, and GANT, is offering exciting seasonal employment opportunities for peak trade. We are recruiting fashion-forward, enthusiastic students and school leavers for a dynamic 7-week fixed-term contract running from 16 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. This peak student role provides intensive exposure to high-end retail sales across stores in Polokwane and surrounding retail shopping centers.

During the busiest retail trading period of the year, peak team members play a crucial role in maintaining premium store environments and delivering world-class customer service. You will welcome discerning shoppers, assist them with sizing and styling recommendations, and assist the core retail sales staff in reaching target goals. If you have an authentic enthusiasm for footwear fashion and premium customer care, this seasonal role offers the perfect entry into luxury brand retail.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Deliver top-tier customer service and assist shoppers with product inquiries, fittings, and styling advice.
• Support retail sales consultants and supervisors on the sales floor during peak customer traffic hours.
• Operate point-of-sale till points and accurately process customer transactions in line with cash-handling procedures.
• Maintain footwear and apparel displays to reflect brand luxury visual standards throughout trading hours.
• Assist with stock room intake, unpacking, security tagging, and prompt floor replenishment.
• Conduct inventory checks and ensure stock accuracy across all sizes, colours, and styles.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

We are searching for vibrant, well-presented candidates with a strong affinity for contemporary footwear fashion and luxury lifestyle brands. You must possess excellent conversational skills, high energy, and the stamina to thrive in a fast-paced retail mall setting. Punctuality, strong teamwork, and an accommodating attitude toward varied retail trading shifts are vital to succeeding during the peak holiday season.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a seasonal peak retail assistant role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,000 – R6,500 per month (pro-rata for the 7-week contract period). Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Joining The Spitz Group during the peak festive season serves as an invaluable introduction to prestige retail operations. Working alongside seasoned store managers and brand specialists, you will cultivate essential retail competencies including point-of-sale handling, high-touch customer relations, and visual merchandising. Exceptional seasonal performers often secure priority consideration for future part-time and permanent retail sales positions.

How to Apply

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• Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• No previous work experience required
• Strong passion for premium footwear, apparel, and retail fashion trends
• Energetic, vibrant personality with high attention to detail
• Willingness and complete flexibility to work retail mall hours, including weekends, public holidays, and extended peak shifts
• Immediate availability to work from 16 November 2026 until 31 December 2026