Sales Associate at Sportscene Swellendam
The Foschini Group · Swellendam, Western Cape
Overview
Sportscene is looking for a confident and energetic Sales Associate to join their Swellendam store. If you love streetwear, enjoy helping customers look and feel their best, and want to grow with a leading retail group, this full time role could be your next step. You will be on the shop floor working with customers, keeping stock ready, and driving sales in a fast paced fashion environment.
About the role
As a Sales Associate at Sportscene Swellendam, you will be the face of the brand and help shape the streetwear culture that Sportscene is known for. You will work with both global and local fashion brands and play a key part in creating a shopping experience that keeps customers coming back.
What you will do day to day:
- Welcome customers, understand what they are looking for, and help them find the best products for their style.
- Share your knowledge of the latest streetwear and fashion trends with customers.
- Track your personal sales performance and work towards store targets.
- Keep the store looking great by replenishing stock and making sure products are displayed and ready for customers.
- Look for opportunities to make new sales and build loyal customer relationships.
This is a great opportunity if you enjoy working with people, have a natural flair for fashion, and want to be part of a team that values energy and confidence. You will be part of The Foschini Group and gain exposure to one of South Africa's leading retail environments.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) is required.
- Passion for people and delivering excellent customer service is a must.
- Target driven with a focus on customer experience.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Ability to build customer loyalty and navigate customer challenges.
- Negotiation and selling behaviours.
- Willingness to adhere to standards and continuously improve.
- Strong decision making, planning and organising skills.
- Ability to relate and network with customers and team members.
Responsibilities
- Act as an ambassador for the Sportscene brand by offering an amazing customer experience.
- Exceed customer expectations by identifying and providing the best possible solutions.
- Keep track of sales performance against targets.
- Sell a diverse product range and stay up to date with the latest decor and fashion trends.
- Search out opportunities for making new sales.
- Assist with replenishing stock to ensure the store is always ready for customers.
Job details
- Organisation
- The Foschini Group
- Location
- Swellendam, Western Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Entry
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Retail & Wholesale
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
When you apply for this Sales Associate role at Sportscene in Swellendam, make sure your CV clearly shows your Matric certificate and any customer service or retail experience you have. Even if it was a weekend job or volunteering at a church stall, it counts. In your cover letter or at an interview, talk about your personal style and why you love streetwear. Sportscene is all about youth fashion, so showing you understand the brand helps a lot.
During the interview, be ready to explain how you would handle a difficult customer or meet a sales target. The team values energy and confidence, so let your personality shine. Dress neat and stylish, and bring a copy of your Matric certificate along. Good luck!
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