Sport - Specific Specialist

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 products.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- 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.

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.

**Qualifications**:

- Grade 12 / Matric
- Computer Literate, MS Office - proficient in Work, Outlook, Excel, etc

**Knowledge, Skills and Experience**:

- 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.