Description
DESCRIPTION:
Assist customers with product inquiries and purchases. Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently. Maintain a clean and organized sales counter and showroom. Monitor inventory levels and restock merchandise as needed.
REQUIREMENT:
• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF 4 qualifications.
• 1 year sales experience in a hardware retail, wholesale or similar environment.
• 1 year carpentry experience would be advantageous.
• Ability to perform basic calculations accurately.
• Well developed problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends, and Public Holidays.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREA:
Description:
• Accurate processing of order request received from customers.
• Accurate processing of sales made by customers.
• Accurate receipt of payments received and related banking processes.
• Provide reliable, prompt Customer Service.
• Advise Customers correctly on product.
• Assist Customer with any product queries.
• Assist with Customer complaints timely.
• Must be available in area of responsibility.
• Assist in other departments as and when required.
• Product knowledge on all products and services offered.
• Assist with packing stock away as per allocated bins.
• Ensure stock is merchandised immediately after being received.
• Ensure sales counters is kept free of stock and in a presentable manner.
• Safety (OHSA) compliance (e.g. use of safety gear, ensure Customer, and Employee safety) within area of responsibility.
• Stock in area of responsibility is to be merchandised in a safe manner ensuring the safety of Customers and Employees.
• Be aware of suspicious behaviours or people and report any suspicions to Management.
• No product to be loaded for a customer without proof of purchase or required documentation.
VALUES:
Integrity
• Keeps promises.
• Creates realistic expectations.
• Is sincere.
• Handles sensitive information carefully.
• Shows awareness of values, indicates when boundaries are crossed.
Accuracy
• Effectively handling detailed information and being consistently attentive to details.
• Works in an orderly fashion.
• Ensures that matters are handled in an orderly and accurate manner from start to finish.
• Prevents mistakes.
• Invests energy in checking his/her work for mistakes.
Client focus
• Identifying and actively responding to clients' wishes and needs.
• Deals with clients in a friendly manner.
• Shows involvement in the client's problem.
• Makes clients feel welcome.
• Approaches the client's question with a can-do mentality.
Personal development
• Being aware of one's own strengths and weaknesses: consciously working on personal development.
• Is focused on self-broadening and/or gaining more in-depth knowledge.
• Follows relevant training programmes and/or looks for opportunities to gain experience.
• Seeks and uses opportunities for personal development.
• Asks for feedback in order to learn.
• Complying with generally accepted standards in activities related to the position.
Desired Expertise & Qualifications
Basic calculation skillsCarpentry experienceGrade 12 qualificationSales experience in retail
Benefits
Benefits not provided