window coverings salesperson

Government of Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Winnipeg is looking for an on-site customer service representative who will handle various payment methods and prepare contracts. The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include consulting with clients on their design needs and maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. This position does not allow remote work.

Benefits

Dental plan

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is an asset.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Accept various forms of payment, including cash and credit.
• Prepare sales and leasing contracts.
• Consult with clients to reflect their design needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Client focus

Ability to multitask

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work setting

• Various locations
• On-site customer service
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Retail business

Responsibilities Tasks

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts
• 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
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Interior design (general)
• Create interior spaces that reflect clients' needs and tastes
• Consult with clients to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements and purpose of space
• Advise on selection of colours, finishes and materials, lighting, furniture and other items, taking into account ergonomic and occupational health standards
• Prepare detailed specifications
• Estimate cost of projects

Experience and specialization Type of product

• Flooring
• Furniture and house furnishings
• Lamps and lighting fixtures
• Paint and wallpaper

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Collaborative
• Creativity
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Ability to multitask
• Punctuality
• Maturity
• Resourcefulness
• Honesty

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits