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Ackermans South Africa
Ackermans, a leading value fashion retailer for families, operates over 850 stores nationwide across all 9 provinces, from major malls to rural towns. Ackermans focuses on affordable clothing, footwear, and cellular products, with a strong emphasis on community support and employee development.
No-experience opportunities are ideal for freshers, school leavers, or career switchers, providing hands-on training in a dynamic retail environment. Popular provincial listings include Gauteng (e.g., Soweto, Sandton), Western Cape (e.g., Canal Walk, Tygervalley), KwaZulu-Natal (e.g., Gateway, Liberty Midlands), and Eastern Cape (e.g., Baywest, Hemingways).
This guide provides an overview of Ackermans careers in South Africa, popular provincial listings, latest job opportunities, employee salaries and benefits, required qualifications and skills, and how to apply.
Latest Job Opportunities in Ackermans South Africa
As of November 2025, Ackermans has hundreds of no-experience openings nationwide. Examples from recent listings:
Entry-Level Discovery Careers – No Experience Jobs South Africa
Shop Assistant/Cashier P27 (Soweto, Gauteng)
- Description: Entry-level role handling sales, customer service, and cashier duties.
- Location: Soweto.
Shop Assistant/Cashier P27 (Canal Walk, Western Cape)
- Description: Supports store operations with sales and checkout tasks.
- Location: Cape Town.
Shop Assistant/Cashier P40 (Flexi) (Gateway, KwaZulu-Natal)
- Description: Flexible part-time role in sales and customer assistance.
- Location: Durban.
Clerk: Treasury (Fixed Term Contract) (Kuils River Head Office, Western Cape)
- Description: Supports treasury operations on a contract basis.
- Location: Kuils River.
For the most current listings, visit careers.ackermans.co.za/jobs.
Salary and Employee Benefits at Ackermans in South Africa
Entry-level positions at Ackermans nationwide, such as shop assistant/cashier, start at ZAR 3,602–5,000 per month (ZAR 43,224–60,000 per year). Store managers and other managers make between ZAR 15,000 and 25,000 per month. According to Jobservicehub, Ackermans employees make an average of R279,892 annually.
| Job Type | Average Monthly Salary (ZAR) |
|---|---|
| Shop Assistant/Cashier | 3,602–5,000 |
| Flexi Shop Assistant | 4,000–5,500 |
| Clerk (Contract) | 10,000–15,000 |
| Store Manager | 15,000–25,000 |
Benefits (after probation):
- Medical aid contribution
- Pension/provident fund
- Staff discount (20% on Ackermans products)
- Uniform allowance
- Paid training & learnerships (NQF Retail)
- Overtime & weekend premiums
Qualifications and Skills Required to Work at Ackermans South Africa
No-experience roles at Ackermans are entry-level, requiring basic qualifications with training provided.
Education and Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric) for most roles (e.g., Shop Assistant/Cashier, Clerk).
- Diploma in retail or business for supervisory roles like Store Manager.
Experience
- No prior work experience required for entry-level roles; 1–2 years preferred for supervisory positions.
- Skills and Competencies:
- Friendly, energetic, customer-focused.
- Basic numeracy for cash handling.
- Ability to work shifts (incl. weekends).
- Multilingualism (English + local language is an asset).
- Legal Requirements:
- Valid South African ID or work permit.
- Clear criminal record (retail security check).
- Documents Required for Application:
- Updated CV/resume.
- Certified copy of ID.
- Matric certificate.
How to Apply for Ackermans Jobs in South Africa
To apply for Ackermans jobs nationwide, follow these steps for the secure online process.
Ackermans Careers Portal:
- Visit careers.ackermans.co.za/jobs, search for vacancies by province, and filter for entry-level roles.
Online Job Portals:
- Indeed: Lists 138+ Ackermans jobs in South Africa.
- LinkedIn: Features 16 Ackermans jobs in South Africa.
- Glassdoor: Includes 14 Ackermans jobs.
Note: Verify via Ackermans portal to avoid scams.
