Signature Cosmetics is seeking motivated candidates for Second In Charge Job . This is a 3-month contract role within the retail sales division, ideal for entry-level professionals passionate about cosmetics and customer service.
The Second In Charge Job provide an opportunity to support store operations, guide a sales team, and ensure excellent customer experiences while driving sales performance. The role combines team supervision, operational management, and direct customer engagement to maintain high retail standards.
Position Details
- Job Title: Second In Charge (3 Months Contract)
- Company: Signature Cosmetics
- Location: Zeerust, North West
- Employment Type: Contract (3 Months)
- Industry: Retail
- Functional Area: Sales
- Experience Level: Entry Level
- Closing Date: 17 February 2026
Requirements
Candidates applying for Second In Charge Job must meet the following criteria:
- Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent
- Passion for cosmetics, retail, and customer service
- Knowledge of beauty and skincare products
- Strong work ethic and hands-on attitude
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs
- Basic proficiency in email and Microsoft Excel
- Good communication skills
- Ability to remain calm in pressurised situations
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
Key Responsibilities
As per the original posting, the Second In Charge Job include:
- Providing guidance and supervision to the sales team, setting an example in performance and professionalism
- Coaching team members in selling techniques, product knowledge, operational standards, and visual merchandising
- Ensuring store staffing matches agreed schedules based on business requirements
- Creating a welcoming, inspirational, and personalised customer experience
- Driving sales and turnover by motivating and inspiring team members to achieve targets
- Maintaining store cleanliness, organisation, and fully replenished sales floors
- Ensuring stock levels, losses, and shrinkage are effectively managed
- Correctly pricing products and maintaining relevant signage
- Checking stock take and cycle count variance reports, investigating discrepancies, and escalating issues to the Area Manager
- Adhering to point-of-sale and banking procedures, escalating concerns where needed
- Ensuring compliance with all store standards, policies, and operational procedures
- Effective execution of all operational activities within the store
Skills and Competencies
These Second In Charge Job require candidates to demonstrate:
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to create a motivating environment for the team and customers
- Product demonstration and promotion skills
- Ability to maintain high operational and visual merchandising standards
- Strong teamwork, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude
Important Notes
- This is a 3-month contract role
- The role is based at the Zeerust, North West store
- Signature Cosmetics encourages applications from all eligible candidates with a passion for retail and cosmetics
Why Apply
Applying for Second In Charge Job at Signature Cosmetics offers:
- Hands-on experience in retail management and sales supervision
- Exposure to cosmetics and skincare product knowledge
- Opportunity to motivate and develop a sales team
- Temporary contract with potential networking and career growth opportunities
- Experience in a structured retail environment with operational and visual merchandising exposure