Sales Associate Opportunity at Totalsports Montana

Totalsports, an esteemed sporting and lifestyle retail brand operating under the umbrella of The Foschini Group (TFG), is currently recruiting for an energetic Sales Associate on a 120-hour maternity cover contract based at the Totalsports store in Montana, Pretoria. This role offers an engaging opportunity for customer-centric individuals with a passion for sportswear, footwear, and active lifestyle retail to represent one of South Africa's most prominent sports apparel networks.

As a brand ambassador on the sales floor, you will be responsible for creating memorable retail experiences by actively assisting shoppers, offering technical product knowledge, and helping clients find the perfect gear for their active lifestyles. Working closely with the store management team, you will contribute directly to maintaining visual standards, ensuring stock availability, and driving store turnover in a fast-paced and vibrant retail environment.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Deliver exceptional customer service by greeting patrons, actively listening to their sporting needs, and guiding them toward appropriate footwear, apparel, and equipment.
• Track daily and weekly personal sales targets closely to ensure store performance benchmarks are achieved and exceeded.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of global and local sporting brands, ongoing technical product features, and current fashion trends.
• Actively replenish stock on display shelves and apparel racks, ensuring high standards of visual merchandising and product presentation.
• Assist with inbound stock receiving, inventory checking, and maintaining a neat, well-organised storeroom.
• Operate point-of-sale systems accurately while adhering strictly to company cash handling procedures and loss control policies.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

The successful candidate must possess an approachable personality, positive energy, and an authentic interest in retail and fitness culture. You should demonstrate good communication skills, professional punctuality, and the stamina to thrive in a high-traffic shop floor setting. Team collaboration, proactive problem-solving, and a clear dedication to customer loyalty are critical attributes for thriving in this fast-paced sporting retail setting.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Serving within TFG provides foundational insight into world-class retail operations, omni-channel customer service, inventory handling, and loss prevention standards. High-performing contract retail associates frequently position themselves favorably for permanent vacancies and internal mobility across TFG's extensive portfolio of retail brands throughout Gauteng.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a retail sales associate role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R7,500 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Eligible candidates who meet the foundational criteria are invited to complete their digital submission online via the official TFG Careers portal before the stated closing date of 16 November 2026. Ensure your curriculum vitae and contactable references are fully updated prior to submission.

• Grade 12 (Matric) qualification certificate
• Passionate about customer service, retail, and activewear lifestyle brands
• Good verbal and written communication abilities in English
• Strong ability to multitask effectively within a busy store environment
• Willingness to work flexible retail shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, and basic numeracy