Retail Sales Associate

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training on product knowledge and soft

Valuable retail experience

Friendly team environment

Exposure to customer interactions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a friendly Retail Sales Associate for a part-time role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will greet customers, provide product information, handle transactions, and help maintain the store’s visual standards to create a welcoming shopping experience.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, a positive attitude, and basic math skills. Previous retail experience is advantageous, but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or retail is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends/holidays.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Provide product information and recommendations to help customers make decisions.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the POS system.
• Maintain knowledge of promotions, products, and store policies.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and counts.
• Ensure store cleanliness, organization, and merchandising standards.
• Handle inquiries and resolve minor issues efficiently.
• Contribute to achieving individual and store sales goals.

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and customer-focused Retail Sales Associate to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is fundamental in providing exceptional customer service, driving sales, and maintaining the store's visual standards. As a Sales Associate, you will be the face of the brand, engaging with customers, assisting them with their needs, processing transactions, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. The ideal candidate is friendly, outgoing, possesses strong communication skills, and has a genuine interest in retail and customer satisfaction. This is a great opportunity to begin or continue a career in retail within the unique landscape of the Upington, Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Provide product information and recommendations to help customers make purchasing decisions.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Maintain knowledge of current promotions, products, and store policies.
• Assist with inventory management, including receiving stock, stocking shelves, and conducting counts.
• Ensure the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing, adhering to merchandising standards.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve minor issues efficiently.
• Contribute to achieving individual and store sales goals.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a customer service or retail sales role is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A friendly and positive attitude towards customers and colleagues.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weight.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and potentially public holidays, as required by retail operations in Upington, Northern Cape .
• Ability to learn product knowledge and store procedures quickly.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• Hourly wage of R per annum, reflecting part-time engagement.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• Training on product knowledge and customer service skills.
• Opportunities to gain valuable retail experience.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Exposure to customer interactions in a growing regional center.