Sales Associate (Seasonal Contract)

J.D. Irving, Limited; Inverness; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking seasonal associates to enhance customer shopping experiences. This exciting role involves engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and providing tailored product recommendations. As a knowledgeable sales professional, you will drive sales through effective communication and suggestive selling. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where you can demonstrate your customer service skills and resolve challenges efficiently. If you are passionate about helping customers and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Sales and customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through customer engagement and suggestive selling.
• Clarify customer needs and provide effective solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Sales experience

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Ability to work rotating shifts

Computer system operation (D635)

Tools

D635 Computer System

Job description

As a seasonal associate, you will help the customers to fully understand their needs and assist in selecting the right products for their requirements. As knowledgeable sales professionals, sales associates can make recommendations which solve customers' problems and enhance their shopping experience. This position is a seasonal contract from April/May to the end of August.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and team player
• Sales and customer service experience
• Possess a high level of attention to details
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to work days/evening/weekends (rotating shifts)
• Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge
• Clarify and understand customers’ needs and take them to the best solution(s) for their projects.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions
• Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions
• Produce quotes, material lists and follows up
• Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service
• Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently.
• Continually learn about products and market conditions