Permanent Part-Timer Opportunity at adidas Riverlands

adidas is hiring a Permanent Part-Timer for its Riverlands store in Cape Town. This role focuses on retail support, customer service, and daily store operations. You work in a fast-paced environment where customer experience and teamwork drive results.

This position suits someone who enjoys fashion, retail, and working with customers. It offers an entry-level opportunity to gain experience in one of the world’s leading sportswear brands.

About the Permanent Part-Timer Role

The role supports store management with daily operations while delivering strong customer service. You assist customers, handle sales transactions, and maintain store standards.

You also play a role in stock movement, merchandising, and ensuring the store environment remains clean and organised. The position requires flexibility and the ability to handle different tasks during a shift.

Key Responsibilities

You will support both sales and operational functions in-store.

Customer Service and Sales

• Deliver high-quality adidas customer service
• Assist customers in finding products that suit their needs
• Use selling techniques such as add-on sales
• Process transactions using the point-of-sale system

Store Operations

• Support stock movement from the stockroom to the sales floor
• Assist with product ticketing and checking deliveries
• Maintain accurate paperwork and records

Visual Merchandising

• Assist with setting up product displays
• Follow merchandising plans provided by management
• Ensure products are presented neatly and correctly

Housekeeping and Store Standards

• Maintain cleanliness of the store at all times
• Follow store policies and procedures
• Ensure a safe and organised environment

Loss Prevention and Security

• Monitor the sales floor for suspicious activity
• Follow company security procedures
• Protect company assets

Training and Development

• Participate in in-store and digital training programmes
• Build product knowledge and retail skills
• Learn store systems and tools such as Power BI

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for this Permanent Part-Timer role at adidas Riverlands, you need:

Education

• Matric certificate

Experience

• 0 to 1 year retail experience
• Fashion retail experience is an advantage

Skills and Abilities

Customer Service Skills

• Strong passion for retail and customer service
• Clear and confident communication
• Ability to assist and engage customers

Work Ethic

• Ability to take initiative
• Adaptability in a changing environment
• Strong teamwork skills

Retail Skills

• Ability to work in a high-volume store
• Basic understanding of sales processes
• Willingness to learn store systems

Personal Attributes

• Positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Passion for fashion and styling
• Confidence in interacting with customers
• Ability to handle multiple tasks

Working Conditions

This role requires flexibility. You must be willing to work:

• Weekdays
• Evenings
• Weekends

Retail hours depend on store needs and customer demand.

What You Will Do Daily

You will spend your day assisting customers, processing sales, restocking shelves, and maintaining store standards. You will also help set up displays and ensure the store is ready for customers at all times.

You may also act as a greeter during busy periods, welcoming customers and guiding them through the store.

Why This Role Is Important

Part-time retail roles build essential skills in customer service, communication, and teamwork. This position also gives you exposure to global retail standards and systems.

Working at adidas allows you to gain experience in a high-performance retail environment. You develop skills that can lead to future opportunities in retail, sales, and store management.

Application Information

This is a permanent part-time position based at adidas Riverlands in Cape Town. Applicants must be flexible and able to work retail hours.

Apply here: Permanent Part-Timer