Retail Sales Representative

Work setting

• In shop
• Manufacture
• Construction company

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate cash register
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• 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

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Industrial supplies

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Standing for extended periods
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Ability to multitask
• Punctuality
• Maturity
• Resourcefulness
• Honesty

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available