salesperson, furniture and appliances - retail

Work setting

• Furniture store

Tasks

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and / or promote products, sales or services
• Provide customer service
• Assist in display of merchandise
• Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control

Type of product

• Appliances
• Furniture and house furnishings

Personal suitability

• Goal-oriented
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Client focus

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 80 hours bi-weekly