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Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Department Manager in Odendaalsrus, and we encourage applicants from across Free State to consider this opportunity.
Overview
The Department Manager vacancy forms part of how the Odendaalsrus branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the retail jobs side of the business moving forward.
Practically speaking, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Odendaalsrus operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Department Manager to step into the retail jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
About the Team
Importantly, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Odendaalsrus office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.
Practically speaking, the team mix in Odendaalsrus reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Diversity and Inclusion
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Odendaalsrus.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Odendaalsrus.
Your Workplace
Crucially, the work environment is fast-paced and customer-facing. Expect long periods on your feet, weekend and public-holiday shifts, and the energy that comes with a busy retail floor.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Odendaalsrus site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Daily Duties
- Operate point-of-sale systems and process payments accurately
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and consumer protection regulations
- Monitor shrinkage indicators and flag suspicious activity
- Support stock counts and assist with cycle-count investigations
- Conduct daily cash-ups and reconcile takings against the POS report
- Train new team members on store procedures and product knowledge
Who We’re Looking For
- Awareness of consumer protection and B-BBEE principles
- Strong verbal communication skills in English; second language an advantage
- Ability to stand for long periods and work shifts including weekends
- Customer-first mindset with a friendly, approachable manner
- Honest, dependable and security-aware in line with shrinkage controls
- Numerate and accurate, with attention to detail on cash-ups
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.