Sales Assistant (JB1442)
Oranjezicht, Cape Town
R6 500- R8 500 Basic + Lucrative Commission
Duration: Permanent

Our client is looking for an experienced full-time Sales Assistant who is confident in selling luxury goods to a mostly foreign tourist market. While experience with selling art/ photography or an interest in wildlife/ conservation would be a plus, we are specifically looking for a confident and articulate salesperson to represent their brand and close in-person retail sales.

Minimum Requirements:
Excellent English communication skills
Minimum of 1-2 years sales experience, preferably retail sales
Experience in the luxury retail industry or a retail gallery would be beneficial
Experience using Shopify, Yoco and Google Drive a plus
Grade 12 certificate and tertiary qualification would be advantageous.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Meeting and exceeding set sales targets every month
Offering an exceptional experience to every customer
Maintaining high energy levels, personally and with the team
Increasing sales through internal and external innovative methods
Reconciling and checking stock occasionally, ensuring that nothing gets lost or damaged.
Basic record-keeping: You will learn how to use Shopify, Yoco as well as Google Drive
Sales
Providing prospective customers with an overview of artists history, for products they show an interest in.
Providing clear answers to queries regarding pricing, shipping, customs etc.
Closing sales by offering special offers, collecting payment, and arranging delivery if needed.
Leads
Capturing the contact details of prospective customers
Emailing them with additional information to facilitate the sale.