Job Description

The Foschini Group (TFG) is looking to hire a Project Manager to join our Group Store Development team to manage the total on-site scope of works relating to new or revamp store builds across all Trading Divisions. TFG (The Foschini Group) is a South African fashion lifestyle retailer & comprises of a number of fashion-forward brands. Our range includes some of the leading fashion, homeware, sportswear, cellular and jewellery brands in the country, as well as a host of innovative financial services. TFG houses exciting retail brands such as; Jet, Foschini, Markham, Sneaker Factory, Fabiani, Sportscene, @Home, Sterns. In this role, you would be responsible for managing multiple projects across 7 trading divisions and negotiating with landlords/developers regarding TFG requirement

• Manage the total on site scope of works relating to new and revamp store builds across all TFG Trading Divisions
• Manage and coordinate the full delivery of store on site build including visual display requirements and all related suppliers and/or contractors
• Forecast, manage and reconcile budget allocated on new and revamp store builds.
• Source, negotiate and manage on-site suppliers and contractors.
• Manage all related TFG requirements to Landlord/Developers and negotiate to the benefit of TFG requirements.
• The ability to conceptualize store designs from CAD drawings of store design concepts.

Education:

• A relevant tertiary 3-year qualification (Project Management qualification / Architectural).

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of Project Management Experience or Retail Ops experience
• Proven proficiency in an industry-recognised Project Management Methodology.
• Proven hands-on experience in managing small to medium projects.
• Experience in remotely managing retail projects across a wide diversity of geographical locations.
• Experience with SAP, MS Projects and MS Excel.

Skills:

• Costing and budgeting
• Legislation and Compliance
• Strong project administrative skills with good working knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Planning and Organising skills
• Accounting and Reporting
• Cash Management
• Financial Risk Management
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong business communication skills with an ability to work well in a collaborative environment with senior executives
• Ability to draft commentary, analyse information to establish key messages, present information both visually and written

Behaviours:

• Action Oriented - readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness
• Balances Stakeholders - effectively considers the diverse needs of various stakeholders
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?