Sales Assistant Western Cape

Ares Holdings is actively recruiting for a Sales Assistant position in Western Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 6 months • Educational Background: Matric or equivalent • Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development • Location Preference: in Western Cape

Sales and marketing roles like Sales Assistant are key revenue drivers. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.

This role in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Sales Assistant position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 6 months requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Matric • Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Birkenstock Canal Walk is looking for a Sales assistant to join their team.

We commit to the wellbeing of our team. We work with a positive attitude. We believe in our team.

Customer Service & Sales

Acknowledge every customer within 30 seconds. Deliver excellent customer service to every customer following the Birkenstock customer service procedures. Establish your customer’s needs and use your technical knowledge to demonstrate benefits to meet those needs. Close the sale & secure add on sales. Invite your customer to back & turn them into Birkenstock fans. Monitor your daily sales against your individual budget every few hours.

Inventory

Replenish footwear, apparel and accessories from the storeroom daily. Minimizing shrinkage by zoning the store, acknowledge customers, and following the Birkenstock changing room policy. Ensure stock entries in the POS systems are accurate. Process deliveries by checking quantities, invoices, tagging, hanging and pricing product, and recording in the POS System Process customer orders.

Daily Operations

Ensure store housekeeping is maintained daily including dusting, cleaning mirrors, vacuuming, emptying bins, clearing counter area and tidying change rooms. Assist the manager with open and closing the store.

Training

Your training is your responsibility. Ensure you are allocated a buddy initially & that you learn from them. You must attend quarterly training sessions & complete the assessments. Ensure you receive monthly feedback from your manager. Set up monthly meeting with your store manager to discuss your progress through the Birkenstock rookie pack. These are essential as they will determine your eligible for promotions.

Merchandising

Observe the store & maintain stock presentation in accordance to the Birkenstock standards. Ensure sizes are replenished. Assist the team to change the windows/ Mannequins fortnightly. Ensure POS materials are stored in the area to avoid damage. Grade 12 or Equivalent Min. 6 months customers services experience Birkenstock knowledge advantageous Able to work flexible shifts.

Perks & Benefits

You get to work for a rapidly expanding distributor with aspirational brands. Comprehensive health benefit  Quarterly Uniform allowance  Staff discount (50% off for you and your family across all the brands within the group) Company performance incentive scheme Long-service incentives Holistic Employee Wellness programme The group prides itself in its effort to drive continuous employee engagement activities to enable a connected culture.