Sales Assistant

Customer Service
• To provide a high level of customer service at all times both internal and external, by being aware of the product categories and being able to assist and advise customers in a professional manner

POS Operation
• As and when required, to operate the point of sales system.
• To be aware of the procedures required for cash operation and to maintain a high level of accuracy in all transactions.

Product Knowledge
• To actively learn the product uses and pluses of the range of goods, to be able to advise customers on the right product to meet their requirements and ensure increased revenue through add on sales

Receiving Deliveries
• To assist with the receiving and display of goods in accordance with the approved procedures when required to ensure products are available for customer purchase.

Ticketing & Pricing
• To comply with instore procedure with regard to pricing and ticketing to ensure that customers are aware of product prices and to protect the company against any loss related to incorrect pricing.

Merchandising Principles
• After adequate training to apply the Merchandising Principles at all times ensuring a corporate imagine is achieved and that we have the best possible looking stores in its product category. To be responsible for maintaining a clean and tidy store by initiating a cleaning programme for your assigned dept.

Other events
• where required to assist in other events such as stock take, new store openings, product and seasonal launches etc.

Skills

Required Skills to be successful
• Education: Completed full time education to a High school level
• Minimum Experience and Knowledge: 1-2 years either in a retail environment
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Good presentation and excellent personal organisation
• A passion for the retail industry
• Comfort with shifts
• Comfort with physical work