A permanent Showroom Manager opportunity is now open in Hartenbos, advertised by Status Staffing on behalf of a client in the furniture and interior design industry. The role suits an experienced showroom leader who knows furniture and interiors, enjoys working with trade clients, and can run a showroom to a high standard.
About the company and the work
Status Staffing is a Western Cape-based recruitment agency that matches candidates with client employers across South Africa. Its client for this vacancy is a leading name in the furniture and interior design industry, and the showroom team is based in Hartenbos, near Mossel Bay. The listing places this role in its Eastern Cape section, so applicants should confirm the exact showroom location with the recruiter before applying.
Role details and duties
Sales and business development (retail and trade): drive showroom sales performance to meet and exceed monthly and annual revenue targets; cultivate and grow relationships with retail customers and trade clients, including interior decorators, architects and procurement clients.
Showroom management and operations: maintain impeccable visual merchandising, layout standards and floor displays in line with brand guidelines; oversee the day-to-day running of the showroom so that it is always presentable and welcoming.
Team leadership and coaching: lead, mentor and motivate showroom sales staff to deliver exceptional customer service; set individual and team goals and support staff to reach them.
Reporting and inventory control: perform stock audits, monitor inventory levels and manage showroom display floor stock; provide weekly and monthly sales and stock reports to management.
Please note a salary detail worth checking in the original advert: the listing header shows Market Related, while the advert text gives a basic salary of R18,000 to R22,000 plus commission. Applicants should confirm the final offer with the recruiter. The position is permanent, the successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible, and the hours are retail hours.
Requirements
Only the requirements stated in the original advert are listed here:
- 3 to 5 or more years of experience in showroom management or senior retail sales within furniture, home décor or a related sector.
- Established and verifiable relationships with interior decorators, architects and trade procurement clients.
- Strong understanding of furniture manufacturing, upholstery, timber, fabrics and product performance.
- Proficiency in inventory and point-of-sale software (for example OMNI, SAP or similar retail ERP systems).
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and relationship-building skills, with a sophisticated and customer-focused approach.
- Fluency in English and Afrikaans.
- A valid South African driver’s licence and reliable personal transport.
The position is permanent and the successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.
Where to find and apply safely
This vacancy is advertised on Careers24 by Status Staffing, reference PC002164/AC, and applications are made through the recruiter’s website at statusstaffing.com. Apply only through the original Careers24 listing and the recruiter’s official channels, and never pay a fee to apply, attend an interview or secure a job.
Practical tips
- Have examples ready of showroom sales targets you have met or exceeded, across retail and trade channels.
- Be ready to describe your trade network and how you have grown a trade customer base.
- Mention any experience with inventory or point-of-sale systems such as OMNI or SAP.
- Fluency in Afrikaans is listed as a requirement, so make your language skills clear.
- Confirm that you hold a valid South African driver’s licence and have reliable transport.
- The advert asks for a profile photo, so have a neat, recent professional photo ready.
How the process works
Applications are submitted through the recruiter’s official channels, after which shortlisted candidates are contacted. Applications close on 27 November 2026, and if you do not hear back within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Important information
This page is an informational summary only. The full duties, requirements and conditions are those stated in the original advert, which applicants should read before applying.
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