TFG Vacancies South Africa 2026 | Foschini Group Careers

The Foschini Group (TFG) is one of South Africa's largest clothing, jewellery, and homeware retailers, operating over 30 brands and more than 3,400 stores across the country. With tens of thousands of employees nationwide, TFG vacancies appear throughout the year at store level, in distribution, and at the Cape Town head office. This guide explains what roles are available, how to apply, and how to improve your chances.

About TFG as an employer

TFG began as The Foschini Group and has since expanded into a diversified retail conglomerate. South African brands in the portfolio include Foschini, Markham, Sportscene, Exact, Donna, Sterns, American Swiss, Mat & May, Fabiani, G-Star RAW, and several others. Each brand targets a different customer demographic, creating demand for a wide range of retail skills and experience levels. The group's distribution centre and head office are both based in the Western Cape.

Common TFG vacancies in South Africa

Across all brands and functions, typical TFG openings include:

• Store consultants and sales assistants in fashion, jewellery, and homeware stores
• Cashiers and admin clerks
• Visual merchandisers for window displays and floor layouts
• Store managers and assistant store managers
• Loss prevention and security officers
• Distribution centre warehouse staff and pickers in Parow and other hubs
• Buyers, merchandise planners, and allocators at head office
• Finance, HR, legal, and technology professionals in Cape Town
• E-commerce, digital marketing, and data analytics specialists

TFG learnerships and graduate programme

TFG offers a Graduate Development Programme for new graduates in retail management, supply chain, finance, data science, and technology. Participants rotate through business units over 12-18 months and are considered for permanent roles on completion.

For school leavers without experience, TFG runs retail learnerships registered at NQF Level 2 and 3 under the Wholesale and Retail SETA. These combine practical in-store training with formal assessment and end in a recognised qualification. For more on how learnerships work and where to find them, read our learnerships South Africa 2026 guide.

How to apply for TFG vacancies

All genuine openings across TFG brands appear on the official careers portal. The process is:

1. Visit the TFG careers site and search by brand, job category, or province.
2. Create a candidate profile with your contact and personal details.
3. Upload a focused CV highlighting any retail or customer service experience.
4. Attach qualifications or certificates where required.
5. Submit the application before the posted closing date.

Walk-in applications at store level are sometimes accepted, but the portal is the most reliable route to the HR team. TFG does not charge any registration or placement fee. Unsolicited requests for payment are fraudulent.

How to stand out when applying

TFG brands receive a high volume of applications for customer-facing roles. A tailored CV that names the specific brand and role, mentions relevant experience, and confirms shift flexibility will move you further in the shortlist process.

Adding a short video introduction can set you apart further. Record a 45-60 second clip on CazVid covering your name, the brand and role you want, your location, and why you suit the position. Video profiles allow hiring managers to see your communication style before the interview stage. Create your video profile on CazVid or upload your video resume to be discovered by employers.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for TFG vacancies in South Africa? Apply through the official TFG careers portal at careers.tfg.co.za. Search by brand, job type, or location, register a candidate profile, upload your CV and documents, and submit before the closing date. TFG never charges an application fee.

Which brands fall under TFG in South Africa? TFG (The Foschini Group) includes Foschini, Markham, Sportscene, Exact, Donna, Sterns, American Swiss, Mat & May, Fabiani, G-Star RAW, and several international brands. All vacancies appear on the group careers portal.

What entry-level jobs does TFG hire for in South Africa? TFG hires store consultants, cashiers, and stock assistants with matric across its brands. The group also offers structured retail learnerships for school leavers and an in-service training programme that leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Where is TFG based and where does it hire? TFG's head office is in Parow, Cape Town. The group operates stores in shopping centres across all nine provinces of South Africa, so vacancies appear in Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and beyond.

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