Retail Sales Specialist

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 156,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Training programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Retail Sales Specialist for its client store in Rustenburg, North West. You will engage customers, use product knowledge to advise, and drive sales with a consultative approach.

Expect to meet individual targets while delivering excellent service in a dynamic retail environment. The role emphasizes strong communication, merchandising support, and teamwork, with opportunities for career progression and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales-focused retail role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly learn product knowledge and upsell.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers to understand needs and advise on products.
• Drive sales through product features and benefits, aiming to meet targets.
• Maintain product knowledge and store appearance across Rustenburg store.
• Process transactions accurately using POS system.
• Collaborate with team to ensure a positive work environment.
• Support merchandising and inventory tasks as required.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished retailer renowned for its quality products and exceptional customer experience, is seeking to recruit a dedicated and results-oriented Retail Sales Specialist for its store in Rustenburg, North West. This position is ideal for a sales-driven individual who thrives in a dynamic retail setting and is passionate about providing expert advice and personalized service to customers. You will be responsible for driving sales through your in-depth product knowledge and consultative selling approach. This role requires an individual with excellent communication skills and a commitment to achieving individual and store sales targets. Join a team that values expertise, customer satisfaction, and professional development. The successful candidate will be instrumental in upholding the store's reputation for excellence and ensuring a superior shopping experience for all patrons in Rustenburg.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage customers proactively to understand their needs and provide expert product recommendations.
• Drive sales performance by showcasing product features and benefits effectively.
• Achieve individual sales targets and contribute to the overall store sales goals.
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge across the full range of offerings.
• Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering loyalty.
• Assist with merchandising and maintaining the visual appeal of the sales floor in Rustenburg.
• Process customer transactions accurately using the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Stay updated on product promotions, new arrivals, and industry trends.
• Collaborate with team members to create a positive and supportive work environment.
• Contribute to inventory management tasks as required, such as stock counts.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a sales-focused retail role, demonstrating a strong ability to close sales.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasive selling skills.
• A genuine passion for customer service and creating positive shopping experiences.
• Ability to quickly learn and master product knowledge in a specialized retail sector.
• Self-motivated and driven to achieve individual sales targets.
• A team player with a cooperative and positive attitude.
• Basic understanding of retail operations and POS systems.
• Flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• A keen eye for detail regarding product presentation and store appearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further sales or product training is an advantage.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive base salary supplemented by attractive commission structures based on individual sales performance. Our client provides excellent opportunities for career advancement within the retail sector, supported by ongoing product and sales training programs. Employees are eligible for staff discounts on the company's merchandise. The work environment in Rustenburg is energetic and collaborative, fostering professional growth. Health and wellness benefits may be available, contributing to overall employee well-being. This is a chance to build a rewarding career with a respected retail brand, focusing on sales expertise and customer engagement.