Sport - Specific Specialist

An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for a Sport-Specific Specialist within Tekkie Town, Retail Crossing. This role will report directly to the Store Manager of Tekkie Town. Our ideal candidate should be based in Roodepoort or surrounding suburbs.

We are looking for a well-spoken, energetic, sport-focused individual with a passion for customer service and brands.

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 product.

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

Suitable candidates will be contacted within one month of the closing date if you have not heard from the company within one month your application was unsuccessful.

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

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.

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Computer literate.
• 1 - 2 years experience with a major sports retail chain with excellent product knowledge.

• Excellent verbal and written skills in English and another official South African language relevant.
• Strong interpersonal and selling skills.
• Highly developed attention to detail.
• High energy level and is performance driven.
• Must be actively involved in sports.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Outstanding customer care 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 customer experience.
• Must have the ability to work retail hours.