Retail Store Assistant

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Employee discounts

On-the-job training

Team atmosphere

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a reliable Retail Store Assistant to join our client’s team. You will assist customers, locate products, and process transactions, helping maintain a welcoming shopping environment and smooth daily operations.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, employee discounts on store merchandise, and opportunities for skill development within the retail sector. A positive attitude, good communication, and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service or retail experience is preferred but not essential.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform light physical tasks.
• Basic understanding of retail operations and POS systems.
• Reliability and punctuality are key attributes for this position in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with inquiries, product location, and purchases.
• Operate the POS system accurately to process transactions.
• Help maintain store cleanliness, organization, and appealing product displays.
• Receive and unpack merchandise, restocking shelves as needed.
• Support inventory management tasks, including stock counts.
• Contribute to a positive and efficient team environment.

Skills

Customer service

POS systems

Retail operations

Communication

Reliability

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and customer-focused Retail Store Assistant to join their team in Upington. You will provide essential support to the store operations, assist customers, and maintain a welcoming shopping environment. This role is perfect for someone looking to start or further their career in retail, gaining valuable experience in customer service and store operations. You will work closely with the store manager and team to ensure smooth daily functioning and customer satisfaction in the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist customers with inquiries, product location, and purchases.
• Operate the Point of Sale (POS) system accurately to process transactions.
• Help maintain store cleanliness, organization, and appealing product displays.
• Receive and unpack merchandise, restocking shelves as needed.
• Support inventory management tasks, including stock counts.
• Contribute to a positive and efficient team environment.

Requirements

• Previous customer service or retail experience is preferred but not essential.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform light physical tasks.
• Basic understanding of retail operations and POS systems.
• Reliability and punctuality are key attributes for this position in Upington.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Employee discounts on all store merchandise.
• On-the-job training and opportunities for skill development.
• A supportive and friendly team atmosphere.
• Potential for career advancement within the retail sector.