Sales Associate: @home Randridge at The Foschini Group

@home, the premier homeware brand of The Foschini Group (TFG), is looking for an enthusiastic and goal-driven Sales Associate for a 120-hour contract position providing maternity cover at their Randridge store in Gauteng. This opportunity places you at the forefront of contemporary home aesthetics, premium cookware, designer furniture, and elegant bedroom decor. You will be responsible for creating a sensory, inspiring retail space where shoppers feel valued, informed, and empowered to transform their living areas.

As part of this contract role, you will immerse yourself in an omnichannel shopping environment that values quality, customer centricity, and modern visual presentation. You will collaborate closely with the store management team to sustain high retail standards, achieve departmental revenue objectives, and maintain a pristine floor setup that reflects current lifestyle trends.

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 contract retail sales consultant role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R8,000 per month (commensurate with the 120-hour monthly schedule). 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.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Engage shoppers proactively, offering specialized guidance on homeware, kitchen appliances, and luxury furnishings.
• Consistently achieve individual revenue targets and contribute meaningfully to overall store profitability.
• Execute seasonal merchandising layouts, ensure accurate product labelling, and monitor product stock levels.
• Operate electronic point-of-sale systems, handle customer payments with precision, and encourage loyalty program sign-ups.
• Assist in inventory counts, loss-control audits, and stockroom tidiness to protect store assets.
• Address customer requests and warranty queries efficiently, fostering sustained consumer loyalty.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

The ideal candidate possesses an innate eye for home fashion, a proactive approach to selling, and the stamina to handle bustling retail foot traffic. You should be articulate, well-presented, and capable of working harmoniously alongside diverse store colleagues. Reliability, emotional intelligence, and readiness to adapt to shifting retail demands are critical for meeting performance standards.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Even within a fixed-term maternity cover contract, TFG offers invaluable retail exposure. Associates benefit from on-the-job coaching, exposure to advanced retail inventory platforms, and direct interaction with high-end customer demographics. Exemplary work ethic and strong sales figures can pave the way for contract extensions or permanent opportunities across TFG brands.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Eligible individuals are invited to submit their credentials via the official TFG Oracle recruitment link. Please provide an updated CV detailing your retail customer service background. Applications will be reviewed promptly on a rolling basis.

• Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
• Demonstrated sales experience within a customer-centric retail environment (hospitality experience advantageous).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• High attention to detail, visual merchandising awareness, and structured organization skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and capacity to operate effectively under limited supervision as well as in a team.
• Flexibility to work retail shift patterns, weekends, and public holidays as required by the 120-hour contract schedule.