Salesclerk

Rexall Pharmacy Group Ltd.; Elmira; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Rexall Pharmacy Group Ltd. in Ontario is seeking a Sales Clerk / Key Holder to blend customer service with essential store management duties. You will assist customers, process transactions, and help open or close the store.

This role supports inventory control, training new staff, and enacting company policies to maintain high standards of service. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required, with opportunities to contribute to sales targets and a welcoming shopping

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic math skills for cash handling.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with product information and recommendations.
• Operate the cash register and process transactions accurately.
• Open and close the store and follow security protocols.
• Support inventory management and conduct counts.
• Maintain store cleanliness and visual merchandising.
• Train and guide new staff.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve complaints.
• Collaborate with management on sales strategies.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale (POS) systems

Inventory management software

Job description

About The Role

The Sales Clerk / Key Holder plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of the retail store by combining excellent customer service with responsible store management duties. This position requires balancing direct sales responsibilities with key holder duties such as opening and closing the store, managing cash handling procedures, and supporting inventory control. The role is essential in creating a welcoming shopping environment, assisting customers with product selection, and resolving any issues to enhance customer satisfaction. Additionally, the Sales Clerk / Key Holder supports the management team by maintaining store standards, training new staff, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Ultimately, this position contributes significantly to achieving sales targets and maintaining the store’s reputation for quality service and operational excellence.

The Sales Clerk / Key Holder plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of the retail store by combining excellent customer service with responsible store management duties. This position requires balancing direct sales responsibilities with key holder duties such as opening and closing the store, managing cash handling procedures, and supporting inventory control. The role is essential in creating a welcoming shopping environment, assisting customers with product selection, and resolving any issues to enhance customer satisfaction. Additionally, the Sales Clerk / Key Holder supports the management team by maintaining store standards, training new staff, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Ultimately, this position contributes significantly to achieving sales targets and maintaining the store’s reputation for quality service and operational excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous retail or customer service experience, preferably in a sales environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Basic math skills and experience handling cash transactions accurately.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a key holder or supervisory role within a retail setting.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and inventory management software.
• Strong knowledge of the products sold in the store or related industry experience.
• First aid and safety training certifications.
• Bilingual abilities, particularly in English and French, to better serve diverse customer populations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers by providing knowledgeable product information and personalized recommendations to enhance their shopping experience.
• Operate the cash register, process transactions accurately, and handle cash, credit, and returns in accordance with company policies.
• Open and close the store, ensuring all security protocols are followed, including alarm systems and safe handling of keys.
• Support inventory management by receiving shipments, organizing stock, conducting regular inventory counts, and reporting discrepancies.
• Maintain store cleanliness and visual merchandising standards to create an inviting and organized shopping environment.
• Assist in training new employees and provide guidance to team members to promote a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve complaints promptly and professionally to maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with management to implement sales strategies and achieve daily and monthly sales goals.

Skills

The required skills such as customer service and cash handling are utilized daily to ensure smooth and efficient sales transactions while providing a positive shopping experience. Communication skills are essential for interacting with customers, resolving issues, and collaborating with team members and management. Organizational skills help maintain inventory accuracy and store presentation, which directly impact sales performance and customer satisfaction. Leadership and problem-solving skills are applied when performing key holder responsibilities, including opening and closing the store and supporting staff. Preferred skills like familiarity with POS systems and bilingual communication enhance operational efficiency and broaden the ability to serve a diverse clientele effectively.