Assistant Manager
Bargain Books Middelburg Mall
Other, Western Cape
Customer service roles in retail, banking and BPO reward strong communicators and are a common entry point for matriculants.
This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, customer service roles in South Africa typically pay R7 000 to R17 000 a month (indicative).
Job description
ASSISTANT MANAGER NEEDED – THE MARKET SQUARE SHOPPING CENTRE, PLETT!
Love books? Thrive in a dynamic, customer-focused environment?
We’re looking for a passionate Assistant Manager to help lead our store with creativity, innovation, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial learning environment, interact with bestselling authors, and connect with customers who share your love for books!
What We’re Looking For:
- A strong leader who can take ownership of the store’s success.
- A team player who will support the Store Manager and inspire colleagues.
- A relationship-builder who enjoys engaging with customers, suppliers, and authors.
- A results-driven individual who can motivate the team to exceed sales targets and earn incentives.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Matric (minimum) with 1-3 years of experience in sales or retail.
- 1-3 years of staff management experience, preferably in a retail or sales environment.
- A diploma or degree would be an advantage.
- Strong analytical skills and industry awareness to drive sales growth.
- Experience with POS systems, inventory management, and merchandising in a fast-paced, performance-driven setting.
Why Join Us?
- A fun, engaging, and book-filled work environment.
- Exciting career growth opportunities.
- The chance to be part of a passionate team that loves books as much as you do!
- Staff Benefit Discount – Personal Use Only.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Group Retirement Annuity and Medical Insurance.
- Birthday voucher and a day off to celebrate your special day!
Apply now and take the next step in your bookselling journey!
Only successful candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within this period, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Preference will be given to candidates who will add to the diversity of our organisation.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- What do you usually enjoy reading? (Genres or favourite authors are fine.)
- What's the last book you read? Please include the title and author.
- Tell us about a book you've enjoyed recently and why you'd recommend it to someone else. (2–3 sentences only)
Education:
- High School (matric) (Required)
Work Location: In person
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