Retail Sales Associate

J.D. Irving, Limited; Grand Falls-Windsor; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Grand Falls-Windsor is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to assist customers in selecting products that meet their needs. You will drive sales through customer engagement and maintain knowledge of promotions. The ideal candidate has experience in sales, excellent communication skills, and can work flexible shifts. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to learn and operate the computer system (D635) used for processing orders.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through customer engagement and suggestive selling.
• Clarify customer needs to recommend solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.
• Produce quotes and material lists.
• Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service.
• Resolve customer challenges quickly.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Sales experience

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Bilingual – French/English

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

As a retail sales 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.

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
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent considered an asset
• Bilingual – French/English

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