Sales Associate - Retail

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Employee discounts

Training and skill development

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a client in East London, Eastern Cape, to hire a Sales Associate for their popular retail store. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, helping shoppers, and driving in-store sales.

You will greet customers, recommend products, process transactions at the POS, keep shelves tidy, manage stock, and work with the team to hit sales targets. A passion for service and flexibility, including weekends, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in retail sales or customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome customers warmly upon entry to the store.
• Assist customers in finding products and provide knowledgeable recommendations.
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure the sales floor is clean and well-organized.
• Manage inventory, including receiving stock and restocking shelves.
• Achieve individual and store sales targets through excellent customer engagement.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Basic math

POS system

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and customer-oriented Sales Associate to join their retail team in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is focused on providing exceptional customer service, assisting shoppers, and driving sales of products within the store. You will be responsible for engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and recommending appropriate items, while also maintaining store presentation and inventory. This position is perfect for an individual passionate about retail and customer interaction, looking for a dynamic role in a popular shopping destination.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome customers warmly upon entry to the store.
• Assist customers in finding products and provide knowledgeable recommendations based on their needs.
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure the sales floor is clean and well-organized.
• Manage inventory, including receiving stock and restocking shelves.
• Achieve individual and store sales targets through excellent customer engagement.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail sales or customer service role is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions.
• A passion for customer service and a friendly, approachable demeanor.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as required by the store schedule in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for sales incentives.
• Employee discounts on store merchandise.
• Opportunities for training and skill development in retail operations.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Gain valuable experience in customer service and sales within the Eastern Cape retail sector.