sales consultant - retail

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Remote location
• Courier and parcel express service
• Business

Tasks

• Operate cash register
• Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts and accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Prepare or oversee preparation of sales or other contracts
• Represent companies that export and import products or services to and from foreign countries
• Conduct sales transactions
• Supervise activities of other sales representatives
• Identify and solicit potential clients
• Consult with clients after sale or signed contracts
• Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions
• Provide customer service
• Pack items for shipping and distribution
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• Arrange for shipping documentation and the tracking and tracing of goods in transit
• Provide clients with presentations on the benefits and uses of goods or services

Computer and technology knowledge

• Word processing software
• Spreadsheet
• Presentation software
• Electronic mail

Sales experience

• Print and packaging
• Office/business equipment
• Media advertising

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Tight deadlines

Own tools/equipment

• Uniform
• Computer
• Printer
• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Client focus

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Other benefits

• Free parking available