retail sales associate

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work setting:

• Specialty shop.
• Retail business.
• Sporting goods store.

Tasks:

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment.
• Operate cash register.
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems.
• 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.

Type of product:

Sports equipment and clothing.

Security and safety:

• Bondable.
• Criminal record check.
• Reference required.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Standing for extended periods.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Adaptability.
• Analytical.
• Collaborative.
• Creativity.
• Efficiency.
• Energetic.
• Goal-oriented.
• Hardworking.
• Integrity.
• Outgoing.
• Positive attitude.
• Proactive.
• Quick learner.
• Time management.
• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Client focus.
• Initiative.
• Judgement.
• Ability to multitask.
• Punctuality.
• Honesty.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

7 months to less than 1 year.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Day.
• Weekend.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Learning/training paid by employer.