Sports Gear Sales Associate Upington | Training & Discounts

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Staff discounts

Training & development

Team environment

Paid time off

Incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, SA is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to provide expert advice, friendly service, and a positive shopping experience for sporting goods customers.

You will greet customers, recommend products, handle transactions, and contribute to store goals while staying knowledgeable about inventory and promotions. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Retail sales experience, preferably in sporting goods.
• Strong passion for sports and knowledge of athletic disciplines.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of customers.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with POS systems.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift moderate weight.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and proactively offer assistance.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on sporting goods.
• Maintain product knowledge across store departments.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the POS system.
• Assist with inventory management including receiving and stocking.
• Keep the sales floor clean, organized and appealing.
• Handle inquiries, returns and exchanges professionally.
• Contribute to achieving individual and store sales targets.
• Stay updated on promotions and new product releases.
• Participate in store meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Retail experience

Sports passion

Customer service

Communication

POS familiarity

Math skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

POS system

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, SA is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to provide expert advice, friendly service, and a positive shopping experience for sporting goods customers.

You will greet customers, recommend products, handle transactions, and contribute to store goals while staying knowledgeable about inventory and promotions. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.