Sales Associate

Work site environment

• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Specialty shop
• Exhibit and display designer

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• 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

• Furniture and house furnishings

Exhibit and display design experience

• Merchandising or window
• Visual displays

Additional information

Security and safety

• Reference required

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Analytical
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Excellent oral communication
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication

Benefits

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)