Sales Associate

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sales bonuses

Employee discounts

Training and career advancement

Friendly team environment

Staff uniform provided

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an energetic Sales Associate to join our Benoni retail team. You will greet customers, understand needs, and help shoppers find products while delivering a friendly shopping experience.

This entry-level role emphasizes customer service, product knowledge, and accurate cash handling, with opportunities for bonuses and employee discounts. You will contribute to a fast-paced Gauteng store and support team success.

Qualifications

• Previous retail sales or customer service experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a friendly demeanor.
• Willingness to learn basic sales principles.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to handle cash and credit transactions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers on the sales floor and provide product information.
• Identify customer needs and recommend suitable products.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the POS system.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and keep the floor clean and presentable.
• Assist with inventory management and stock displays.
• Build rapport with customers to encourage repeat business.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Cash handling

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and customer-oriented Sales Associate to join their team in Benoni . This role is focused on providing excellent customer service, understanding customer needs, and driving sales of our client's products. You will be the face of the company, ensuring a positive shopping experience and contributing to the overall success of the retail operations in the Gauteng region. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals passionate about sales and customer engagement in a retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers on the sales floor, providing information about products and services.
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate products to meet their requirements.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure the sales floor is clean and presentable.
• Assist with inventory management, including receiving stock and managing displays.
• Build rapport with customers to encourage repeat business and enhance customer loyalty.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail sales or customer service role is preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Basic understanding of sales principles and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to handle cash and credit transactions accurately.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for sales bonuses.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products.
• Opportunities for training and career advancement within the retail sector.
• A supportive and friendly team environment in our Benoni store.
• Staff uniform provided.