retail sales associate
E-Commerce
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work setting:
Urban area. Retail business.
Tasks:
- Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment.
- Operate cash register.
- Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts.
- Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems.
- Provide advice about merchandise.
- Assist in display of merchandise.
- Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce.
- Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease.
- Prepare merchandise for purchase, rental or lease.
- Place stock on shelves.
- Keep shop and warehouse clean.
Product or manufacturing design:
Car care items. Home care items. Toys.
Transportation/travel information:
Own transportation.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Standing for extended periods. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Personal suitability:
Adaptability. Efficiency. Energetic. Hardworking. Positive attitude. Proactive. Quick learner. Dependability. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Excellent oral communication. Accurate. Client focus. Initiative. Judgement. Ability to multitask. Punctuality. Honesty.
Experience:
7 months to less than 1 year.
Employment terms options:
- Evening.
- Shift.
- Flexible hours.
- Morning.
- Day.
- Weekend.
Health benefits:
Health care plan.
Support for youths:
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.