Sport - Specific Specialist

• 1- 2 years sales experience within a major sports retail chain.
• Fluent (written and verbal) in English and another official South African language relevant.
• Strong interpersonal and selling skills.
• A strong logical thinking and analytical ability.
• Has a high energy level and is performance-driven?
• Ability to remain flexible, maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to work independently, as well as be a team player.
• Outstanding customer service 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 experience.
• Must have the ability to work retail hours.

• The ability to achieve weekly / monthly sales targets.
• Must have the ability to communicate product knowledge to customers in store.
• Responsible for keeping up to date with the latest promotions and campaigns that are launched in the store.
• Have the ability to report slow sellers and fast sellers to management.
• Ensuring product availability on the sales floor.
• Ensure that the Store Manager 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 the Visual Merchandise elements are aligned to promotions and products including stock availability.
• Responsible for stock control and security on the floor.
• Maintain 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.

Applicants will need to be prepared to undergo evaluations/ assessments and interviews if and as required.

If you are passionate about retail, and wanting to join a Company where there is ample opportunity for growth and career development, please apply.

Applicant who has not been informed about the outcome of the applications within 10 days from the closing date may regard their applications as have been unsuccessful.

Please note:  In terms of the Tekkie Town policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to internal applicants who meet the competencies and minimum requirements for the position.  Preference will also be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team and contribute to employment equity within the Company provided that the competencies and minimum requirements for the position have been met.