sales associate - retail

Government of Canada; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a customer service representative for a retail environment focused on kitchen products. The position entails preparing contracts, providing customer advice, and maintaining sales records. Applicants should have a secondary school certificate, and some experience in a related field is preferred. The role requires a positive attitude, good communication skills, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in a relevant role.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must have a positive attitude and be a quick learner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts.
• Provide advice about merchandise and customer service.
• Maintain sales records for inventory control.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Ability to multitask

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• Provide customer service
• Assist in display of merchandise
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control

Experience and specialization Type of product

• Kitchen cabinets

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Creativity
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner
• Organized
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Ability to multitask
• Punctuality
• Maturity
• Honesty