Holiday Sales Assistant

KiwiQuest Ltd.; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

40% discount on products

In-store incentives

Employee referral incentives

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

KiwiQuest Ltd. in Palmerston North is seeking a festive retail team member to create memorable customer experiences, recommend products, and maintain a polished store during peak trading.

You will work during key trading periods including 25 November to 3 December, bringing a creative and customer‑focused approach, learning our products quickly, and supporting the team with enthusiasm and reliability.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused attitude and strong communication.
• Retail or sales experience is advantageous.
• Flexible availability for key trading periods and public holidays.
• Creative and resourceful approach to tasks.
• Attention to detail and consideration for colleagues.
• Positive energy and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Create memorable customer experiences.
• Recommend products confidently as a product expert.
• Help customers find suitable gifts during busy trading periods.
• Maintain stock and store presentation standards.
• Learn products and processes quickly.
• Support colleagues and celebrate team achievements.
• Work key trading periods including 25 November to 3 December.

Skills

Customer focus

Retail experience

Flexible availability

Creative mindset

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand

Work Style

Physical 5/10

Social 9/10

Creative 4/10

Pace 8/10

Structure 7/10

Pressure 6/10

Travel 1/10

Hours 8/10

Description

A fixed-term festive retail role in Palmerston North creating customer experiences, recommending products and maintaining a polished store during peak trading.

Responsibilities

• Create memorable customer experiences
• Recommend products confidently as a product expert
• Help customers find suitable gifts during busy trading periods
• Maintain stock and store presentation standards
• Learn products and processes quickly
• Support colleagues and celebrate team achievements
• Work key trading periods including 25 November to 3 December

Requirements

• Customer-focused attitude
• Retail or sales experience is advantageous
• Flexible availability for key trading periods and public holidays
• Creative and resourceful approach
• Attention to detail and consideration for colleagues
• Positive energy and collaborative teamwork
• 40% discount on all products
• In-store incentives
• Employee referral incentives
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program access
• Supportive leaders and positive team culture
• Fixed-term contract with possible ongoing work