Advocate

Kellogg Garden Products; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-owned garden products company in Canada is seeking seasonal Advocates to assist customers with gardening purchases at Home Depot stores. The role involves stocking displays, increasing sales, and providing assistance on gardening projects. The ideal candidate should be outgoing, possess good communication skills, and have a high school diploma. This seasonal position runs from February to June, primarily on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be outgoing, friendly, and a good listener.
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to knowledgeably discuss products and sales procedures.

Responsibilities

• Increase sales of branded items by assisting customers.
• Work in an assigned Home Depot store during peak seasons.
• Stock displays and assist with general gardening projects.

Skills

Outgoing

Friendly

Good listener

Verbal and interpersonal skills

Knowledgeable of company products

Proactive communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Kellogg Garden Products, a family-owned and operated company with roots that span over four generations is seeking seasonal Advocates.

Responsibilities

• Increase sales of Kellogg branded items, by assisting customers with their soil purchases.
• Work in an assigned Home Depot store during peak selling seasons.
• Stock displays and assist customers with general gardening projects.

Job Requirements

• Must be outgoing, friendly, and a good listener
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups of people
• Ability to become knowledgeable of all company products and sales procedures
• Ability to proactively and effectively communicate with customers and store personnel
• Achieve sales goals established by management
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb and lift heavy objects weighing 50 lbs. or more
• Must have a personal smartphone (Android 4.0 and up or iPhone 9.0 or later) with data

Employment/Schedule/Hours

• Seasonal (February-June)
• Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Morning and early afternoon

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 1 to 2 years previous sales or retail experience
• Garden experience is preferred but not required