About the position
Package & Remuneration
JOB DESCRIPTION
TFG Store Development is responsible for all TFG retail trading Brands (currently 30 Brands and growing including International Franchise Brands - likes of G-Star & JD Sports) within Africa
Key disciplines & outputs include but not limited to - store design conceptual development, concept design detailing, store location "Rivet/CAD" design packs, sourcing, procurement, manufacture, quality control, logistics, project management, supplier & contractor sourcing, evaluation, appointment, site management and build completion, legislated compliance.
Annualized Capex & store facilities expenditure - Budget control, forecasting, Trading Brands m2 targeted build rate management, budget allocation and related store capitalization requirements.
Other disciplines that are outside of this role are full "facilities management & store energy management opportunities" of all current TFG trading stores.
Key Responsibilities:
- Store development for assigned retail cluster of TFG Brand (likes of Value cluster, Mid-market, Specialized cluster)
- Capex budgets allocated to new, relocation, enlargement, reduction, revamps, rollouts, and other associated store needs within disciplines handled by Store Development
- Store build rates, m2 rates, Capex cost efficiencies (return on investment capital), value engineering and cost saving initiatives to give "capital" value return to assigned trading segment
- Manage internal and external - conceptual, design and PM teams associated to assigned retail cluster
- Manage, lead, guide, mentor, develop internal team assigned to retail cluster
- Sign off and approval on TFG systems - BIM, SAP, and Coupa procurement and project builds
- Manage required standards/quality of sourced, procured & manufactured equipment and store site location builds
- Relationship management with Retail Brand MD, Heads of Business, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Internal Property/leasing teams, including all external suppliers related to store development/builds.
- Coordination and relationship management with Landlords, Mall Management and internal TFG stack holders - likes of data, POS & security systems
- Allocation of project build timelines, biweekly retail cluster project program listing all development activities, stakeholder & TFG system notifications
- Source, evaluation, take-on, and management of new suppliers that meet assigned Retail Brand segment
- Member of Store Development EXCO management team
- Travel - within SA boarders & into Africa for related supplier/development site activities.\
- International travel - retail insight & trade fairs. At discretion of Store Development Head of Business.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Completed Matric, plus a tertiary qualification in relation to - Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Interior design, architect building/retail design or Industrial Engineering
- 10 years of previous experience in Construction, Project Management or Senior Operations Management Property Development or Retail Operations background
- Excel, SAP (Coupa training will be given on site), Microsoft Projects, BIM management, Rivet experience
Skills:
- Strong human capital skills, communications, budget control, supplier/ contractor management and negotiation
- Able to work independently if needed, self-starter
- Strong leadership ability, team player
- Resilient under pressure and timeline fulfilment pressures
- Entrepreneurial instinct, insight & mind-set
Behaviours:
- Being Resilient - rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
- Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
- Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
- Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
- Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
- Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
- organisational Savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
- Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
- Strategic Mindset - thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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ABOUT US
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
Are you with us?
ABOUT THE TEAM
The property management team at TFG is responsible for the day-to-day running, maintenance, and optimisation of our existing property portfolio, dealing with landlords and ensuring the strategic location strategy is met. In addition, our team carries out our long-term strategic facility management plans. This includes setting budgets, occupational health and safety requirements, developing and implementing facility improvements and managing all aspects of our various locations, such as stores, distribution centres, factories and head office buildings.
