Opportunities for Sales Associate

J.D. Irving, Limited; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent retail company is seeking a seasonal Sales Associate in Canada, Lunenburg County, Town of Bridgewater. In this role, you will assist customers in selecting products and enhancing their shopping experience. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, sales and customer service experience, and the ability to work various shifts. Competitive qualifications include attention to detail and the ability to lift weights of up to 55 lbs.

Qualifications

• Sales and customer service experience is an asset.
• Must possess a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through engagement of customers.
• Clarify customers' needs and suggest solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.
• Produce quotes and material lists.
• Resolve customer challenges quickly.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Sales experience

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Ability to learn computer systems

Tools

D365

Job description

As a Sales Associate (seasonal contract), you will help customers fully understand their needs and assist in selecting the right products for their requirements. As knowledgeable sales professionals, sales associates can make recommendations that solve customers' problems and enhance their shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and team player.
• Sales and customer service experience is an asset.
• Possess a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to work days/evenings/weekends (rotating shifts).
• Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D365) 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 follow up.
• Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service.
• Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently.
• Continually learn about products and market conditions.
• Be flexible and happy to work various shifts as per store requirements.