MaXhosa Africa

MaXhosa Africa is seeking young, vibrant and energetic Sales Assistants join the dynamic team in our New York Pop-up store.  This is a 6 months part-time contract.

SALES ASSISTANTS X4

*Please note. This advertisement is specifically targeted at New York based (residents) applicants only.

Job Responsibilities not limited to:

Sales assistants perform various customer support, administrative, and clerical functions but not limited to:

• Monitor stock levels to facilitate restocking and replenishment of emptying shelves
• Provide customers with information on product pricing, features, and availability
• Oversee the arrangement of window displays, shelves, and counters on a store floor
• Maintain an up-to-date customer database by entering customer profile details
• Develop presentation format and compile data for the preparation of sales presentations
• Consolidate, analyse, and summarize expenses to maintain accurate record of sales expenditure
• Receive and direct the storage of new shipments and large amounts of stock
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of product features and sales promotion
• Ensure compliance with established store policies and guidelines
• Establish appropriate security measures to reduce the risk of theft or shoplifting
• Collect cash and handle credit card transactions to process payments for purchase
• Provide solutions to address and resolve client issues or challenges
• Conduct research on regular and special prices to address and resolve issues with promotional allowance and pricing discrepancies
• Ensure work area including shelves and aisles are neat and tidy. 

Store Location: 325 Canal Street, New York, 10013. 

Minimum working hours: 30 hours a week.

Minimum rate per hour: $16,00

Desired Experience & Qualification: 

• At least 1-3 year's experience in retail and customer service
• Basic financial skills. They are able to process cash and credit card payments effectively to ensure balanced accounts.
• Organizational Skills: Be able to arrange and organize window displays, shelves, and general store layout
• Communication Skills: They are proficient in interacting with customers to provide useful product information and effectively conduct sales
• Have the ability to display professionalism to clients at all cost

Job knowledge and skills required

• Strong retail/FMCG background
• Knowledge of stock taking
• Knowledge of Customer service excellence
• Results and target driven
• Planning and organizing skills
• Good communication skills
• Strong financial acumen
• Computer literacy
• Problem-solving skills

If you are interested, please forward your application online by May, 10 2024.

Please note – only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.