Retail Sales Consultant (Full Time)

Mister Safety Shoes, Inc.; Kingston; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety footwear company in Kingston is seeking a Retail Sales Consultant. You will engage with customers, help achieve sales targets, and maintain appealing store layouts. The role offers a starting wage of $17.60/hour, comprehensive benefits after 90 days, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us to be part of a team recognized as one of Canada's Great Places to Work.

Benefits

Competitive Wage

Bonuses tied to productivity

Comprehensive Benefits

Work Life Balance

Internal Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work 35-42 hours a week with flexible shifts.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Experience in sales, retail, or customer service is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers actively on the sales floor.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and follow service standards.
• Process transactions accurately using the POS system.
• Maintain appealing product displays and store layouts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficient computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to join one of Canada's Greatest Places to Work and be a part of making it even better?

Better Workdays Start Here” is Mister Safety Shoes’ mission for both its customers and its team members. We are a proudly Canadian owned and operated company that specializes in safety footwear and clothing. Founded in 1972, we are continuously growing our presence across Canada through our retail store locations and ‘shoemobiles’. The values of caring, respect, and exceptional service start with our team. It’s a philosophy we live throughout the company, making workdays better for each other and our customers.

What we are looking for

Currently, we are hiring for 1 permanent Full Time Retail Sales Consultant to join our Kingston store. Our team members practice a consultative approach to our customer interactions. We will equip you with the knowledge to understand workplace safety requirements, so that you are able to provide solutions that best meet your customer's needs.

Benefits

As part of our team, you\'ll enjoy the following perks :

• Competitive Wage: We offer a starting wage of $17.60 / hour.
• Bonuses: Your productivity is crucial to our success, with bonus opportunities tied to productivity to help you earn more as you excel in your role.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Fully paid benefits after 90 days of employment, including Health Benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Work Life Balance: Schedule posted two weeks in advance; we are closed on all statutory holidays, including Boxing Day.
• Internal Development Opportunities: Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively approach and engage customers on the sales floor, offering assistance and guidance as a subject matter expert.
• Achieve assigned sales targets by effectively following sales and service standards.
• Provide accurate and detailed information about products, features, and services.
• Process transactions accurately and efficiently using the POS system.
• Listen attentively to customer concerns and resolve issues or escalate them to the appropriate supervisor.
• Participate in the setup and maintenance of visually appealing product displays and store layouts.
• Assist with packing and unpacking of warehouse shipments, as well as timely dispatch of customer orders, ensuring accurate fulfillment and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferable.
• Ability to work between 35-42 hours a week, including weekday shifts up to 8:30 pm, and weekend shifts up to 6:30 pm.
• Ability to carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Capability to climb ladders safely to access elevated areas when required for job tasks.
• Flexibility to stand for extended periods, bend and move comfortably to perform job tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with diverse customers and team members.
• Strong attention to detail is essential to ensure accuracy in sales processing.
• Proficient computer skills to efficiently handle tasks and navigate digital tools such as computers, POS systems, and scanners.
• Experience in sales, retail, or customer service is an asset.

If you are a dedicated worker and have a people-first attitude, you will be truly valued, recognized, and rewarded.

Mister Safety Shoes has been named a Great Place to Work for 4 years in a row. We are proud to be a 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada, a 2024 Best Workplaces in Retail & Hospitality and ranked #86 in Best Workplaces in Canada for companies with under 1000 people.

As part of our commitment to efficiency, fairness, and continuous improvement, we utilize AI tools during our selection and assessment process. These tools may assist with resume screening, skills assessments, and evaluating application responses. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by our human hiring team to ensure a fair and thoughtful decision-making process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. If required, please include accommodation requirements with your submission.