Entry-Level Retail Sales Assistant

HireHive

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 100,000 - 134,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Job summary

Intuitive Legends Marketing is seeking an enthusiastic Entry-Level Retail Sales Assistant in East Rand to join our team.

You will welcome customers, help with product selection, and provide accurate information on promotions and pricing while supporting daily store operations and maintaining a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

  • Customer-focused approach with willingness to help others.
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team and maintain professionalism.
  • Flexible to work retail hours including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Good time management and reliability.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a strong willingness to help others.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform basic physical retail tasks.
  • Availability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays when needed.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome customers and create a friendly, professional first impression.
  • Assist customers in identifying products that meet their needs.
  • Provide accurate information about products, promotions, and pricing.
  • Support the sales process by helping customers make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Monitor product availability and report low stock levels to the team.
  • Handle customer questions and concerns in a calm and helpful manner.
  • Maintain store cleanliness and support visual merchandising standards.
  • Work closely with team members to achieve sales and customer service goals.
  • Follow company policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer service
Verbal communication
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Professional attitude

Education

Matric certificate

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Intuitive Legends Marketing is looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused Entry-Level Retail Sales Assistant to join our team in East Rand. This role is ideal for someone starting their career in retail and sales who enjoys working with people, providing excellent service, and contributing to a positive in-store experience.

As an Entry-Level Retail Sales Assistant, you will support daily store operations, assist customers with product selection, and help maintain a welcoming and well-organised retail environment. This is a great opportunity to build practical sales experience, strengthen communication skills, and grow within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Welcome customers and create a friendly, professional first impression

  • Assist customers in identifying products that meet their needs

  • Provide accurate information about products, promotions, and pricing

  • Support the sales process by helping customers make informed purchasing decisions

  • Monitor product availability and report low stock levels to the relevant team members

  • Handle customer questions and concerns in a calm and helpful manner

  • Maintain store cleanliness and support overall visual merchandising standards

  • Work closely with team members to achieve sales and customer service goals

  • Follow company policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines

Requirements
  • Matric certificate or equivalent qualification

  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional attitude

  • Willingness to learn and develop retail and sales skills

  • Ability to work well in a team environment

  • Good time management and reliability

  • Customer-focused mindset with a strong willingness to help others

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform basic physical retail tasks

  • Availability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays when needed

Nice to Have
  • Previous experience in retail, customer service, or sales

  • Familiarity with point-of-sale systems

  • Confidence in upselling or recommending products

  • Experience working in a target-driven environment

What Success Looks Like
  • Customers receive helpful, courteous, and efficient service

  • Store presentation remains clean, organised, and appealing

  • Sales targets and daily service goals are consistently supported

  • Team collaboration contributes to a smooth and productive store environment

Growth Opportunity

This role offers an excellent starting point for candidates who want to build a long-term career in retail, sales, or customer service. Successful team members may have opportunities to develop product knowledge, strengthen sales capability, and progress into more senior retail or team support roles.

Team Environment

At Intuitive Legends Marketing, we value professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and strong customer relationships. You will join a team that supports learning, encourages a positive attitude, and recognises the impact of excellent service on business success.

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