Upington Retail Sales Apprentice – Mentored Growth Path

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship from experienced managers

Hands-on retail experience

Competitive apprenticeship stipend

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a motivated Junior Sales Assistant Apprentice to learn retail sales and customer service in a busy store. You will receive training and hands-on experience while supporting the team to drive sales and grow your customer-service skills.

Join a structured apprenticeship with mentorship, practical role-play, and exposure to product knowledge, store operations, and customer engagement.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in sales and customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Friendly, approachable, customer-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong listening skills and ability to understand customer needs.
• Willingness to learn about products and sales techniques.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Matriculation certificate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with product inquiries and provide recommendations.
• Engage customers to understand their needs and guide them towards suitable products.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the POS system.
• Maintain store appearance and merchandising standards.
• Assist with inventory management, including stock checks and replenishment.
• Learn product features and benefits to effectively advise customers.
• Support the sales team in achieving daily and weekly sales targets.
• Handle customer returns and exchanges according to company policy.
• Contribute to a positive and welcoming shopping environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Listening skills

Customer-focused

Willingness to learn

Interest in sales

Education

Matriculation certificate

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a motivated Junior Sales Assistant Apprentice to learn retail sales and customer service in a busy store. You will receive training and hands-on experience while supporting the team to drive sales and grow your customer-service skills.

Join a structured apprenticeship with mentorship, practical role-play, and exposure to product knowledge, store operations, and customer engagement.