Sales Associate

Staples Canada; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, driving sales, and maintaining operational excellence within the store. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and retail experience is preferred. Opportunities for personal recognition and growth are available, along with perks like an Associate Discount and Flexible Benefit Plans.

Benefits

Associate Discount

Flexible Benefit Plans

Group RRSP Program

Learning and Development Programs

Associate Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• 3 months to 1 year of prior retail experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills required.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and enhance customer engagement.
• Drive sales and achieve sales goals with store leaders.
• Handle transactions using the POS system and address customer concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Some of what you will do

• Deliver exceptional customer service and enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Drive sales in the furniture, technology and supplies areas of the store.
• Set and achieve sales and margin goals with store leaders.
• Ensure operational excellence and uphold store brand standards.
• Support all merchandising and signage standards including planograms and stocking.
• Maintain Health & Safety, Asset Protection, and Privacy Policies.
  
  

Specifically, you will

• Engage with and sell to all our customers by offering tailored products and services using all tools and techniques available in our selling model to anticipate and meet future customer needs.
• Handle transactions using the Point of Sale (POS) system, including shipping transactions and marketing tools to convert customers.
• Calmly de-escalate and assist in complex customer situations to ensure their concerns are addressed effectively or refer to a manager/supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe store environment by performing tasks like dusting, front-facing products, and ensuring demo units are clean and functional.
  
  

Some of what you need

• 3 months to 1 year of prior retail experience (preferred).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  
  

Some of what you will get

• Associate Discount
• Flexible Benefit Plans
• Group RRSP Program
• Learning and Development Programs
• Associate Recognition Programs