Mr Price Group

People Manager Mr Price Group

Mr Price Group  •  Durban, ZA (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing human resource strategies that support the organisation’s vision and long‑term business objectives. You will lead the HR function, providing expert advice, guidance, and partnership to leaders and employees across all HR disciplines. Additionally, you will ensure the effective delivery of HR programmes, policies, and initiatives in alignment with company strategy, while maintaining full compliance with all legislative and organisational requirement

1. Strategy

Formulate, lead, and measure the implementation of the HR strategy within the division.
Drive the implementation of the Group People Strategy in partnership with the People COE.
Contribute to the development of the divisional strategy and ensure clear communication and understanding of strategic priorities across the division.


2. Talent Attraction & Retention

Lead the recruitment and onboarding of suitable candidates in partnership with Group Recruitment, implementing effective talent acquisition strategies that ensure the right people are placed in the right roles.
Oversee the implementation and management of reward and recognition programmes to attract, retain, and motivate employees while maintaining internal equity and external competitiveness.


3. Talent Management & Organisational Design

Lead effective talent management and organisational design practices by driving culture, recognition, values, succession planning, training and development, change management, and performance management.
Ensure the retention and growth of strong talent and the effective management of underperformance.


4. Transformation

Lead divisional transformation initiatives by ensuring the achievement of Employment Equity (EE) targets and fostering an inclusive, representative workforce.
Champion Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) efforts that align with EE objectives and build a culture of belonging.


5. Employee Relations

Oversee and monitor all employee relations practices within the division to ensure compliance with EE, BBBEE, and all labour-related legislation.
Contribute to board reports and the Organisational Health Index (OHI) by providing insights on human capital health and progress on strategic HR initiatives.


6. Leading the Team

Lead the divisional People Team in the effective execution of HR practices across all areas of responsibility to achieve HR strategy and KPIs.
Identify and drive training needs, coaching, and development with a strong focus on talent management and succession planning.
Provide effective performance feedback that builds high‑performing teams.

Post‑Graduate University Degree (NQF Level 8 or equivalent) in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Legal, or a related field.
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
8+ years’ experience as a Human Resources Generalist.

Mr Price Group

About Mr Price Group

Mr Price Group Limited is an omni-channel, fashion value retailer. The Group retails apparel, homeware and sportswear and is one of the fastest growing retailers in South Africa.

Our History:

1885 - The first John Orrs store opens

1934 - The first Hub store opens

1952 - John Orrs is listed on the JSE

1967 - Acquisition of two Miladys stores

1986 - Laurie Chiappini and Stewart Cohen, together with BOE, acquire a major shareholding in John Orr Holdings

1987 - The first Mr Price store opens

1991 - Laurie Chiappini and Stewart Cohen acquire control of the Group from BOE

1993 - Launch of the Mr Price Group Share Partnership Initiative

1996 - Acquisition of Galaxy & Co. and Sheet Street

1997 - Alastair McArthur is appointed as CEO

1998 - Mr Price Home launched

2000 - Mr Price opens stores in Botswana and Namibia

2001 - Specialty Stores becomes MR Price Group

2005 - Over 100 million units are sold across the group

2006 - Sale of the Hub and Galaxy divisions

2007 - Launch of Mr Price Sport stores and Mr Price Franchising

2008 - Miladys wins the Orange Index award for excellence in customer service

2008 - Mr Price Apparel is voted the most loved and most frequented retail apparel brand

for the first time

2008 - This year Mr Price Home is voted the most loved and most frequented homeware retailer

2011 - Retail sales exceed R10 billion and profit attributable to shareholders exceeds R1 billion

for the first time

2011 - The group celebrates the 25th anniversary of change in control, recording a CAGR share of 25.3% and headline earnings per share of 23.5% over this period

2012 - First Corporate owned Mr Price store opens in Lagos, Nigeria

2013 - Mr Price launches its online store

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Durban, ZA
Year Founded
1985
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