Beauty Department Manager – Retail Leadership Opportunity | Western Cape
Listing Reference: woolw_001416
Application Deadline: 24 February 2026
Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade
Job Category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale & Supply Chain
Location: Western Cape, South Africa
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
Employment Equity: No

 

Beauty Department Manager Job Opportunity in the Western Cape
A leading South African retail brand, Woolworths, is seeking an experienced Beauty Department Manager to lead and grow its in-store beauty division in the Western Cape.

This permanent retail management role offers an exciting opportunity for a results-driven leader to maximise sales performance, enhance customer experience, and drive profitability while managing a high-performing beauty team.

If you have strong retail leadership experience, a passion for the beauty industry, and a proven track record in meeting sales targets, this role offers the chance to influence commercial success while delivering exceptional customer service.

Role Purpose: Beauty Department Manager

The primary purpose of this role is to maximise selling opportunities and deliver consistent, exceptional customer experiences while ensuring profitability. The Beauty Department Manager will lead the beauty team to meet and exceed sales targets, drive promotional success, and ensure efficient stock management and operational excellence.
This position requires a commercially minded retail leader who can balance sales growth, people management, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stock Management & Loss Prevention
  Implement strict stock management controls to minimise shrinkage and losses.
• Monitor stock levels daily and ensure accurate inventory practices.
• Maintain compliance with store stock control policies and procedures.
• Team Leadership & Staff Development
  Recruit, train, develop, and retain a competent and motivated Beauty Team.
• Lead and inspire Beauty Consultants to meet sales targets and performance goals.
• Foster a positive team culture focused on customer satisfaction and performance excellence.
• Sales Performance & Target Achievement
  Manage daily sales activities using agreed performance metrics.Monitor performance against targets and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies and customer engagement.

• Commission & Performance Management
• Manage the commission process in-store.
• Provide input into budgets and set realistic sales targets.
• Communicate targets clearly to Beauty Consultants and monitor performance outcomes.
• Promotions & Brand Partnerships
  Maximise promotional sales through strategic planning and execution of promotions
• Coordinate special events and campaigns with Beauty Brand Houses.
• Build strong working relationships with brand representatives to ensure promotional support.
• Store Operations & Strategic Input
  Provide input into the Store Operating Plan.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and visual merchandising.
• Ensure the beauty department reflects brand standards and enhances the shopping experience.
  Minimum Requirements
  Technical & Professional Skills
  Degree, diploma, or relevant qualification in retail, business, or beauty management.
  Minimum 3–5 years retail leadership experience.
  Minimum 3–5 years Beauty Department Manager retail experience.
  Experience managing a beauty counter, beauty department, or beauty retail store.
  Proven experience leading and managing Beauty Consultants.
  Behavioural & Leadership Competencies

Code 10 Drivers

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Passion for retail beauty and delivering exceptional customer experiences
Strong planning, organising, and time-management skills.
Strategic and commercial thinking ability
High personal effectiveness and accountability
Leadership skills that inspire high performance and transformation
Ability to connect, motivate, and develop teams.
Strong decision-making and business insight.
Innovative merchant mindset and customer-focused thinking

 

Why Join Woolworths?

As one of South Africa’s most respected retail brands, Woolworths offers a dynamic environment where innovation, customer excellence, and employee growth are valued. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a high-performance retail culture while advancing your leadership career in the beauty and retail sector.
Woolworths is committed to transformation and diversifiedy. Employment equity considerations will be taken into account during the recruitment process.

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Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for:
Beauty retail managers seeking career advancement
Experienced retail supervisors ready to lead larger teams
Sales-driven leaders passionate about beauty products and customer service
Retail professionals with strong commercial and operational expertise
Apply Today

If you are ready to lead a high-performing beauty retail team and drive exceptional sales results in the Western Cape, apply before 24 February 2026.
Take the next step in your retail leadership career and become part of a team committed to excellence in beauty retail management.

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