Senior Retail Sales Advisor

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission bonuses

Health insurance

Staff discounts on premium merchandise

Training & career progression

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, South Africa, seeks a Senior Retail Sales Advisor with a proven track record in premium retail. You will deliver exceptional service, provide expert product guidance, and drive sales while mentoring junior staff.

Join a fast-paced, quality-focused team with competitive pay, bonuses, health insurance, and generous staff discounts. An experienced sales professional aiming to advance in luxury retail will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail sales with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong product knowledge and ability to recommend suitable options.
• Able to work in a team and adapt to shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and personalized recommendations.
• Achieve and exceed individual sales targets through proactive selling.
• Maintain knowledge of products, promotions, and brand offerings.
• Assist with store presentation and merchandising.
• Mentor junior sales staff where needed.

Skills

Retail sales

Customer service

Communication

Negotiation

Teamwork

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and customer-centric Senior Retail Sales Advisor to join their prestigious team in Sandton . This role involves providing expert advice and exceptional service to customers, driving sales performance, and potentially mentoring junior sales staff. You will leverage your deep product knowledge and sales expertise to build strong customer relationships and achieve individual and store targets. The ideal candidate is passionate about retail, possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment. This position is ideal for an experienced sales professional looking to advance their career in a premium retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service, offering personalized advice and recommendations based on customer needs.
• Achieve and exceed individual sales targets through proactive selling and relationship building.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of products, promotions, and brand offerings.
• Assist with visual merchandising and ensuring the store presentation is always up to standard.
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints efficiently and professionally.
• Potentially mentor and support junior sales associates, sharing best practices and product knowledge.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in retail sales, with demonstrable experience in achieving sales goals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong product knowledge in the relevant retail sector.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and build positive customer relationships.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with attractive commission structures and bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Significant employee discounts on premium merchandise.
• Opportunities for advanced training and career progression within the luxury retail market.
• A sophisticated and dynamic work environment focused on excellence and customer satisfaction.