Technical Sales Assistant – Cape Union Mart – Menlyn Jobs

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Optimize sales through specialist product knowledge and selling techniques.
• Exceed customer expectations by offering specialized service and optimize sales interactions by demonstrating products to customers.
• Adhere to stock loss controls in store.
• Ensure individual targets are met consistently.
• Understand, accept, and follow all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping, uphold visual merchandising standards, and identify opportunities to make sales.
• Assist, train, and share knowledge with fellow team members on products.
• Be able to work weekends and late trading hours according to business needs, including peak trade periods and public holidays.
• Create an inspiring environment.

Behavioural Requirements:

• Honesty when dealing with cash and finances.
• Ability to take leadership.
• Building and maintaining relationships.
• Innovation and change management.
• Thinking adaptability.
• Taking ownership.

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 – 3 years of retail experience.
• Matric or equivalent.
• Clear criminal record.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Microsoft computer proficiency.
• Live the outdoor lifestyle, e.g., hiking, camping, trail runs, etc.
• Training academy sign-off (for internal candidates).
• Passion for technical products.
• Product specialist knowledge will be advantageous.