Seasonal Associate

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

Job summary

Join an established company as a seasonal associate where you will assist customers in finding the right products tailored to their needs. You will drive sales through expert recommendations, maintain up-to-date knowledge of promotions, and ensure high standards of customer service. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, sales experience, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, with a commitment to learning and high attention to detail. Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends, is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Sales and customer service experience.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends (rotating shifts).
• Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through engaging customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge.
• Understand customer needs and guide them to the best solutions for their projects.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.
• Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions.
• Produce quotes, material lists, and follow up.
• Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service.
• Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently.
• Continuously learn about products and market conditions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Sales experience

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer system D635

Job description

As a seasonal associate, you will help customers understand their needs and assist in selecting the right products. As knowledgeable sales professionals, sales associates can make recommendations that solve customers' problems and enhance their shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team
• Sales and customer service experience
• High attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends (rotating shifts)
• Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through engaging customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge
• Understand customer needs and guide them to the best solutions for their projects
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions
• Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions
• Produce quotes, material lists, and follow up
• Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service
• Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently
• Continuously learn about products and market conditions