Job Type: Full-Time
Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Posting Date: 19/08/2025
Closing Date: Not specified
Job Overview
Kickstart your career with TFG (The Foschini Group) and gain invaluable first-time working experience in an exciting retail environment. As a YES Distribution Centre Associate, you will be responsible for a range of activities to ensure smooth warehouse and distribution operations, with a focus on customer service, inventory management, and warehouse housekeeping.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure customer orders are delivered in the desired condition, on time, and to the correct customer.
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Assist customers with collections and assemble customer items.
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Ensure all paperwork is correctly completed and customers sign the Proof of Delivery (POD).
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Perform offloading, receiving, quality checks, stock put-away, and picking.
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Maintain accurate stock counts through cycle counting and inventory checks.
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Handle customer returns: wrap, label, and isolate returned items.
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Keep MPOD (Master Proof of Delivery) in one area for easy access.
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Assist with quality assessment and repairs for customer items.
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Regular warehouse housekeeping to maintain a safe and organized environment.
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Repair and assemble customer items as needed.
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Account for and issue tools required for warehouse operations.
Qualifications and Experience
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Matric (Grade 12) is preferred, but not mandatory.
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Tertiary qualification would be an advantage.
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Customer service experience is highly desirable.
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Must be prepared to work under pressure and for extended hours.
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Previous Warehouse or Distribution Centre experience is an advantage.
Skills and Competencies
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Organized and thorough in your approach to tasks.
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Good communication and writing skills.
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Customer Value Management.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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Effective team collaboration to achieve goals.
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Able to communicate ideas clearly and concisely.
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Self-aware and willing to work on personal development.
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Accountable for performance and helps others achieve agreed goals.
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Able to plan and prioritize tasks aligned with organizational goals.
Behaviours We Value
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Eagerness to take on new challenges and opportunities with urgency.
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Strong teamwork skills to lead groups towards achieving a common objective.
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Strong accountability and the ability to manage targets effectively.
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Develop and prioritize initiatives that align with the company’s objectives.
Requirements
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Aged between 18 to 29 years.
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Not currently employed permanently with a single employer for more than 1 year.
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Available to work from September 2025 – August 2026.
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Not studying full-time during the year of employment.
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Not previously registered or participated in the YES programme.
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Accommodation and transportation will be at the applicant’s own cost (if applicable).
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Must reside in Tembisa, Bredel, or Kempton Park.
Note: Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act.
About TFG
TFG is an internationally diversified retail group, encompassing 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that inspire customers to live their best lives. We are a purpose-led business, and we offer incredible growth opportunities across our brands, driven by a team of passionate individuals who make an impact across the industry.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to jumpstart your career, apply now to join the TFG team and experience the YES Programme.