TFG - Soft Services Coordinator
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About TFG (The Foschini Group)
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Industry
RETAIL
Locations
Nationwide (4,000+ stores) · Cape Town (Head Office) · Durban · Johannesburg · Parow (Distribution)
Company size
26,000+
Indicative pay
R4,500–R45,000/month
Head office
Nationwide (4,000+ stores)
Founded
1924
Official website
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TFG operates as one of South Africa’s largest fashion and lifestyle retail groups, running more than 30 brands including Foschini, Markham, Sportscene, Totalsports, @home and American Swiss. The business sells clothing, footwear, accessories, jewellery and homeware through over 4,000 stores nationwide.
Its customers are mainly middle-market South African shoppers who buy at physical stores and, to a lesser extent, online. With more than 26,000 employees, TFG ranks among the bigger private-sector employers in the country, though most roles sit in store operations rather than specialist functions.
The company’s head office is in Cape Town, with additional offices in Johannesburg and Durban and a major distribution centre in Parow. Stores are spread across all provinces, from large malls in Gauteng and the Western Cape to smaller centres in smaller towns.
This national footprint means staff can often transfer between regions, but the majority of head-office and planning roles remain concentrated in Cape Town. Day-to-day work in stores centres on meeting sales targets, which creates steady pressure across all brands.
Staff receive discounts on TFG products, a tangible benefit given the range of fashion and homeware on offer. Movement between brands is possible because the group owns so many labels, allowing some employees to shift from one store format to another without changing employers.
Head-office positions in buying, planning and design exist and are promoted internally, but competition for them is high in a large corporate structure. Those who perform well on the floor and show commercial awareness have a clearer path upward; others often stay in store roles with limited progression.
The company suits people comfortable with retail sales targets and willing to start on the shop floor. It is less ideal for those seeking quick specialist careers or low-pressure environments.
Hiring typically begins with an online application through the group’s careers portal, followed by interviews and, for store roles, practical assessments. Internal candidates are often favoured for head-office moves, so external applicants need strong retail experience or relevant qualifications to stand out.
Current openings
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Store Visual Merchandiser (120hr) - Foschini - Nonesi Mall
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View vacancySales Associate (120hr) - TFG Jewellery - Menlyn
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Public rating context
Glassdoor 3.3
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Indicative pay
R4,500–R45,000/month
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Roles to explore
8
Sales Assistant · Cashier
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ShiftMate's editorial reading of the information collected for this profile is that TFG (The Foschini Group) may be most relevant to candidates across all provinces with matric looking for one of sa's largest retail employers with accessible entry-level roles and on-the-job training with strong earning potential.
The workplace context recorded for this profile indicates: TFG's 30+ brand portfolio creates a fashion retail environment with unusual variety — you could join on the Foschini floor and move to Sportscene or @home as your career develops. The Cape Town head office careers in buying, planning, and design are genuinely aspirational goals that TFG promotes from within. The stores themselves are professional fashion retail environments with consistent brand standards across each of the group's distinct formats.
The listed pay signal is R4,500–R45,000/month. It is an indicative range rather than an offer, so check the current vacancy for the rate, working hours and any campaign-specific terms.
One point to verify before applying is: Fashion retail targets create consistent sales pressure across all brands
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Day-to-day picture
Working at TFG (The Foschini Group)
Work environment
TFG's 30+ brand portfolio creates a fashion retail environment with unusual variety — you could join on the Foschini floor and move to Sportscene or @home as your career develops. The Cape Town head office careers in buying, planning, and design are genuinely aspirational goals that TFG promotes from within.
The stores themselves are professional fashion retail environments with consistent brand standards across each of the group's distinct formats.
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Who it may suit
Candidates across all provinces with Matric looking for one of SA's largest retail employers with accessible entry-level roles and on-the-job training with strong earning potential
Training is listed for some roles. Confirm the format and eligibility in the current vacancy.
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Roles and pay
TFG (The Foschini Group) roles to explore
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Role areas
- Sales AssistantR4,500–R45,000/month
- CashierR4,500–R45,000/month
- Visual MerchandiserR4,500–R45,000/month
- Store ManagerR4,500–R45,000/month
- Assistant ManagerR4,500–R45,000/month
- Buyer (Head Office)R4,500–R45,000/month
- Planner (Head Office)R4,500–R45,000/month
- Loss Prevention OfficerR4,500–R45,000/month
Pay context
R4,500–R45,000/month
Pay can differ by role, shift pattern, location, campaign, qualifications and experience. Confirm the actual rate before accepting an offer.
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Compare the trade-offs
Benefits and considerations at TFG (The Foschini Group)
Potential positives
- ✓30+ fashion brands to choose from
- ✓Fashion retail training academy
- ✓Head office careers in buying and planning
- ✓International store expansion
- ✓Staff discounts across all brands
- ✓30+ brands in one group — unmatched career variety within a single employer
- ✓Head office careers in fashion buying and planning available to high performers
- ✓Staff discounts across all TFG brands — meaningful value across fashion, homeware, and jewellery
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Questions to ask
- •Fashion retail targets create consistent sales pressure across all brands
- •Large corporate structure means visible internal competition for head office roles
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Listed benefits
- •Medical aid contributions
- •Retirement fund contributions
- •Employee product discounts
- •13th cheque bonus
- •Training and development opportunities
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Before you apply
Hiring and interview guidance for TFG (The Foschini Group)
Hiring process
To apply for roles at TFG, candidates submit applications via the company’s careers portal or the jobs platform, selecting from over 30 brands such as Foschini, Markham or Sportscene. The screening process begins with a Matric certificate check, followed by an online sales and fashion-awareness assessment, a store-based interview focusing on customer service scenarios, and final reference plus criminal record verification.
The full process usually takes three to five weeks from application to offer. Prepare by researching TFG’s current fashion trends and preparing specific examples of how you have driven sales in retail environments.
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Interview process
Candidates apply online via the TFG careers portal or major South African job boards such as PNet and Indeed, with store-level roles sometimes accepting walk-in CVs at branches nationwide. Screening typically includes CV shortlisting, aptitude tests covering numerical reasoning and customer service scenarios, followed by interviews, reference checks and criminal record verification.
The full process usually takes four to eight weeks from application to offer. Bring your ID, Matric certificate and any retail references to interviews, and prepare by demonstrating knowledge of TFG brands and practising sales role-plays that highlight fashion awareness and customer interaction skills.
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What to confirm
Matric; fashion awareness and sales ability for customer-facing roles
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Common questions
TFG (The Foschini Group) review FAQs
What jobs are available at TFG (The Foschini Group) in South Africa?
This profile lists Sales Assistant, Cashier, Visual Merchandiser, Store Manager and 4 other role types for TFG (The Foschini Group), with locations including Nationwide (4,000+ stores) and Cape Town (Head Office), Durban. These are role types to explore, not a promise of a current vacancy. Check the live listings or the employer's careers page before applying.
How much does TFG (The Foschini Group) pay per month in South Africa?
ShiftMate's public-market pay estimate for TFG (The Foschini Group) is R4,500–R45,000/month per month, with the lower and upper ends shown as R4,500 and R45,000/month. Glassdoor shows a 3.3/5 employer rating. This is an indicative range, not an offer: pay can differ by role, location, campaign and experience. Confirm the rate in the live vacancy.
What qualifications do I need to apply at TFG (The Foschini Group)?
This profile lists the following entry requirements: Matric; fashion awareness and sales ability for customer-facing roles Training is listed as available, but the exact onboarding and experience requirements can vary by vacancy.
Where is TFG (The Foschini Group) located in South Africa?
This profile lists TFG (The Foschini Group) locations as Nationwide (4,000+ stores), Cape Town (Head Office), Durban, Johannesburg and Parow (Distribution). Check the specific vacancy for site requirements, as different campaigns may run from different offices.
Is TFG (The Foschini Group) a good place to work in South Africa?
Glassdoor rates TFG (The Foschini Group) at 3.3/5. Public-source research highlights 30+ brands in one group — unmatched career variety within a single employer and head office careers in fashion buying and planning available to high performers as possible positives. A public-source concern to consider is fashion retail targets create consistent sales pressure across all brands. The profile may be most relevant to candidates across all provinces with matric looking for one of sa's largest retail employers with accessible entry-level roles and on-the-job training with strong earning potential.
Does TFG (The Foschini Group) provide training for new employees?
Training is listed for some TFG (The Foschini Group) roles. The type, duration and eligibility can vary by vacancy, so confirm what is included in the current job description or interview.
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