If you’re young at heart and ready to bring the WOW factor to the retail world, Toys R Us & Babies R Us South Africa wants YOU to join their AWWWESOME team as a Retail Shop Assistant! This entry-level opportunity is perfect for friendly, energetic individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent service and creating magical shopping experiences.
With over 60 stores across South Africa and beyond, Toys R Us and Babies R Us are trusted brands that spread joy to kids and parents alike. Now’s your chance to be part of something special and start a retail career with one of the most playful and exciting companies in the country!
📅 Closing Date: 20 June 2025
💼 Job Title: Retail Shop Assistant
📍 Locations: Various Toys R Us & Babies R Us Stores Across South Africa
🛍️ Department: Sales
📈 Experience Level: Entry-Level
📌 Industry: Retail
👩💼 Functional Area: Operations
🎯 Job Purpose
Your mission: Maximise sales and deliver AWWWESOME customer service that gives shoppers the WOW experience they’ll never forget. Every customer – from toddlers to grandparents – should leave the store feeling like they visited the “World’s Greatest Toy Store.”
🌟 What You’ll Need to Succeed
- A go-getter attitude with strong sales motivation
- Fantastic customer service skills – making people smile is part of the job
- The drive to hit targets and go the extra mile
- Excellent communication and selling skills
- Passion for merchandising and maintaining an appealing store
- Matric certificate
- At least 6 months of retail experience
- Own or reliable transport – because you’ll need to work shifts
✅ What You’ll Be Doing Daily
- Greet and assist customers to make them feel welcome
- Understand what each shopper needs and help them find the perfect item
- Answer questions in-store and by phone with confidence and friendliness
- Demonstrate and explain products, offering advice with a smile
- Encourage add-on sales and upsell where possible
- Make sure prices, displays, and layouts are always accurate and appealing
- Roll out promotions on time and make them shine
- Keep the store spotless and organised
- Report on hot sellers and slow movers to your Store Manager
- Participate in stock takes, avoid stock losses, and protect company assets
- Keep expenses low and sales high in your area
- Always follow store policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
🧸 Why Join Toys R Us & Babies R Us?
- Be part of a fun, upbeat retail environment
- Work for a brand that inspires imagination and celebrates childhood
- Learn valuable retail and customer service skills
- Grow your career in a well-established international company
- Help make shopping magical for every family that walks through the door
⚠️ IMPORTANT
You must be:
- Willing to work flexible shifts
- Passionate about retail and ready to learn
- Customer-obsessed – because you’ll be the face of the brand!
📩 How to Apply
Submit your CV and ensure your application includes your Matric certificate and contactable references. Applications close on 20 June 2025 – don’t miss out!
💬 Don’t just get a job — join a family that loves FUN, FANTASY, and making people feel SPECIAL. Apply to Toys R Us and Babies R Us today!
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