recreational equipment salesperson - retail

Work setting

• Urban area
• Specialty shop
• Retail business

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Perform data entry
• Provide customer service
• Assist in display of merchandise
• Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control
• Prepare merchandise for purchase, rental or lease
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts and accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Resolve product and service related problems
• Estimate costs of installing and maintaining equipment or service
• Promote sales to existing clients
• Assess client's needs and resources and recommend the appropriate goods or services

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• All terrain vehicles (ATV)
• Aluminum doors, windows and awnings
• Appliances
• Building materials (other than lumber)
• Flooring
• Lumber and plywood
• Marine pleasure craft and supplies

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• Electronic mail
• Database management
• MS Outlook

Area of work experience

• Cleaning
• Marketing

Exhibit and display design experience

• Visual displays

Area of specialization

• Shipping and receiving

Sales experience

• Financial management/services
• Trucks and trailers
• Electrical and electronic equipment
• Construction materials, tools and equipment

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Punctuality

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available