Sales Assistant at Pep Home (Tembisa)

Pep Home, a division of the beloved South African retailer Pep, is actively seeking a dedicated Sales Assistant to join its vibrant team at the Tembisa Busy Corner store. This role is integral to delivering exceptional customer service, managing stock efficiently, and contributing to the store's overall success within Pep's renowned low-cost culture. As a Sales Assistant, you will be a key player in promoting sales, minimizing stock losses, and ensuring that the store maintains its world-class standards. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the fast-paced retail environment, develop crucial customer interaction skills, and grow within a company that values its 'Dynamos' – its dedicated employees.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To be a team player, promoting sales, reducing stock losses, managing stock, serving customers, working on the till, and maintaining a low cost culture in order to meet business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Increase sales by focusing on exceptional customer service and world-class store standards, maintenance of the store image, presentation of stock, stock management, promotional implementation and correct pricing of products according to our price image guidelines.
• Stock loss is minimised by having a healthy store culture and following security measures, stock and cash handling procedures.
• Manage a low cost business according to the company low cost culture by driving efficiencies in the store.
• Handle cash at the cash register, in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Being part of a dynamic team of Dynamos.
• Maintain general health, safety and housekeeping standards.

Why Join the Company

Joining Pep means becoming part of a vibrant team known as 'Dynamos' within a company that is a household name in South Africa. Pep offers a unique low-cost culture, fostering an environment where efficiency and customer satisfaction are paramount. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable retail experience, develop customer service skills, and grow within a large, established retail group committed to equal opportunity and employee development. You'll contribute directly to the community by helping customers access affordable home essentials, all while working in a supportive and dynamic environment that encourages integrity and going the extra mile.

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

1. Emphasize any prior retail experience in your CV, specifically highlighting customer service achievements or instances where you contributed to sales growth.
2. Demonstrate your understanding of stock management and loss prevention, showing how you can contribute to a 'low cost culture' and drive efficiencies.
3. Showcase your ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment, your proficiency in handling cash accurately, and your willingness to work flexible retail hours.

Interview Preparation

Here are two likely interview questions for this role:

1. "How do you ensure excellent customer service, especially when dealing with a challenging customer or during peak hours in a busy store environment?"
2. "Pep is known for its low-cost culture and focus on minimizing stock loss. How would you contribute to these aspects in your daily tasks as a Sales Assistant?"

You can practice answering these questions using the Xhosadev Interview Simulator.

How to Apply

Please apply using the Quick Apply button on this page.

* Salary is estimated based on market research and may not be accurate.

• Grade 12.
• Proficient in English.
• Ideally 1-2 years experience in a retail environment will be an advantage.
• Computer Literate.
• A passion for retail is essential to deliver a world-class customer experience.
• Demonstrate integrity and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Ability to plan and organise your daily duties.
• Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work retail hours.