Job Description

An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for a Sport-Specific Specialist within Tekkie Town Cape Gate Shopping Centre. This role will report directly to the Store Manager of Tekkie Town Cape Gate Shopping Centre. Our ideal candidate should be based in Brackenfell (Western Cape) and surrounding suburbs.We are looking for a well-spoken, energetic, sport-focused individual with a passion for customer service and
brands.The purpose of this role is to contribute to the profitability of Tekkie Town, by delivering a GREAT customer shopping experience through selling specialised sport-specific footwear, accessories, and apparel. You will be responsible for merchandising, housekeeping, and stock replenishment of sport specific product.Applicants who submit their application, confirm that by applying for this position they consent and authorise Tekkie Town as a division of Pepkor Speciality to utilise their personal information for purposes of their application and the storage of their personal information.
Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Computer literate.
• 1 - 2 years experience with a major sports retail chain.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Excellent verbal and written skills in English and another official South African language relevant.
• Strong interpersonal and selling skills.
• Highly developed attention to detail.
• High energy level and is performance driven.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate with customers.
• Ability to work in a fast - paced environment.
• A passion for retail is essential to deliver a world - class customer experience.
• Must have the ability to work retail hours.

Key Responsibilities

• The ability to achieve weekly / monthly sales targets.
• Must have the ability to communicate your product knowledge to customers in store.
• Responsible for keeping up to date with the latest promotions and campaigns that are launched in store.
• Report on slow sellers and fast sellers to management.
• Ensuring product availability on the sales floor.
• Ensure that Store Management is aware of requests for items that are not stocked in the store.
• Has the ability to assess the needs of the customer, make recommendations and find what they are looking for.
• Ensuring that Visual Merchandise elements are aligned to promotions and products including stock availability.
• Responsible for stock control and security on the floor.
• A high standard of work on the sales floor, dedication in maintaining quality standards,housekeeping standards, and willingness to take initiative if a job needs to be done.
• Willingness to consistently apply Tekkie Town values and Tekkie Town policies and procedures in all aspects of your work.

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