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Cape Union Mart International is looking for an Assistant Store Leader for its Poetry store in Centurion. This is a permanent position, advertised under reference 209977, paying a market-related salary, and applications close on 03 November 2026.
About the company and the work
Cape Union Mart International is a South African retail group behind lifestyle brands including Poetry, and its stores are known for fashion, homeware and outdoor lifestyle ranges. As Assistant Store Leader, you help run every aspect of the store, supporting the store leader in growing turnover and profit while keeping the customer experience at the heart of daily trading.
Role details and duties
The duties stated in the advert include:
- Assisting in managing all aspects of a store.
- Maximising turnover and profit.
- Minimising shrinkage by monitoring stock-related risks.
- Delivering exceptional customer service by implementing the customer experience strategy.
- Leading talent selection, training, coaching, retention and recognition initiatives for all team members.
- Innovative visual merchandising to optimise sales.
- Implementing company policies and procedures.
- Maintaining health and safety practices.
- Optimising the team through an inspiring environment.
- Aligning team members to company culture and creating fun.
Requirements
Only what the source states is listed here:
- 3 years of management retail experience.
- Matric or equivalent.
- Microsoft computer proficiency.
- Clear criminal record.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Behavioural requirements: honesty in dealing with cash or finances; inspirational leadership and passion; taking ownership; building and maintaining relationships; innovation and ability to deal with change management; thinking adaptability.
The advert states no separate experience level label, so none is shown in the job details.
Where to find and apply safely
This vacancy is listed on Careers24, and the Apply button on this page takes you directly to the original advert. Apply only through that original listing, and be wary of anyone asking for payment or personal banking details in exchange for an interview.
Practical tips
Show how you have helped run a store day to day: growing sales, controlling shrinkage, coaching a team and delivering strong customer service. Give concrete examples, such as a merchandising change that lifted sales or a team member you helped develop.
How the process works
When you apply through the original advert, your application goes to Cape Union Mart International. Shortlisted candidates can expect to be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which typically includes interviews and reference checks.
Important information
This page is informational only and is not the employer. Details such as the salary, closing date and requirements are taken from the original advert and may change; always confirm them in the original advert before applying. This is a permanent Poetry role in Centurion, advertised under reference 209977, closing on 03 November 2026. It is a different vacancy from the Assistant Leader role at the Poetry store in Pietermaritzburg already on this site.
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