Seasonal Associate

J.D. Irving, Limited; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Fredericton is looking for a Seasonal Associate to enhance customer experience through knowledge of products and excellent service. The ideal candidate will engage with customers, assist with their needs, and maintain safety standards. Strong communication and sales experience are required, along with flexibility in working hours. A Grade 12 diploma is beneficial. This role is suitable for those who thrive in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Experience in sales and customer service is required.
• Attention to detail is critical for this role.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through engaging customers and suggestive selling.
• Clarify customers' needs and direct them to solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.
• Take initiative in customer interactions.
• Produce quotes and material lists.
• Ensure high standards of safety and customer service.
• Resolve any customer challenges efficiently.
• Continually learn about products and market conditions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Sales and customer service experience

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Flexible working hours

Learn and operate computer systems

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Seasonal 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 serviceexperience
• Possess a high level of attention to details
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to workdays/evening/weekends (rotating shifts)
• Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalentconsidered an asset

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