The Foschini Group (TFG) Graduate programme

I have always had a flair for fashion and this lead me to completing my Fashion Diploma at Haute Couture School of Design. My career at The Foschini Group started in 2008 when I joined The Graduate Programme. It has truly been an amazing experience recommended to anyone who is driven by fashion.

I am currently buying warm handle items within the accessories department. It is a job filled with excitement and challenges. Looking back I have been exposed to so many vital aspects of the retail world and have learnt a tremendous amount since
I first started. My job allows me to be both creative and business driven. It has definitely grounded me in my career path to success.

The Buyer is responsible for developing buying strategies. They tell us when and what we should buy, where we should buy it and why. They’re very bossy, but then again, they’re the ones who set the trends.

To have a Business/ Fashion related degree or diploma
To have displayed a strong entrepreneurial style
A keen/strong interest in retail
An eye for detail
Exceptional organisational skills
The ability to spot fashion trends
To be self-motivated, able to work independently as well as within a team
To be able to make decisions and meet deadlines whilst working in a fast-paced environment
To be able to take responsibility for your own development
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong negotiation skills
A good working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
To be prepared to work their way through a structured development process whilst on training.

Step 1	Apply online for the Graduate Trainee position
Step 2	Short-listed candidates will be invited to complete psychometric assessments
Step 3	Further short-listed candidates will be invited to a first round interview with HR
Step 4	Successful candidates to proceed to a panel interview and technical assessment with Line Management
Step 5	Candidates will be informed of the outcome