Sales Associate - Retail

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Various locations
• Clothing store
• Retail business

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate cash register
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• Provide customer service
• Train staff
• Assist in display of merchandise
• 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
• Advise clients on choice of colours for clothing that will complement their appearance

Experience and specialization

Art or fashion design experience

• Accessories
• Fur fashions
• Women's clothing

Area of specialization

• Clothing

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Collaborative
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Initiative
• Ability to multitask
• Punctuality
• Maturity
• Honesty

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus