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Sales Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Perth
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AI generated summary

  • You should have a passion for outstanding customer service, strong communication skills, flexibility for a rolling roster, and a willingness to support The Salvation Army's mission and values.
  • You will handle retail sales, operate POS devices, sort and price donations, assist with visual merchandising, provide customer service, display stock correctly, and follow safety procedures.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in retail sales, while highly regarded, is not essential.
  • What is essential is your passion and proven ability to deliver outstanding results in a complex and rewarding retail environment.
  • You will be a high energy, hands-on individual and will bring your proven track record in providing extraordinary customer service to the role.
  • Importantly, as someone known for your integrity, you will also be comfortable aligning to The Salvation Army Mission and Values to positively support and impact the lives of others through your career contribution.
  • To be successful in this role you will have flexibly to work a rolling roster including weekends and preparedness to work across various locations in the retail area.
  • You will be an outstanding written and verbal communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Solid technical skills, highly regarded.

Responsibilities

  • Retail sales and operation of Point of Sale devices;
  • Collecting, sorting and pricing donations in store;
  • Assist in the development and coordination visual merchandising and store presentation
  • Provide exceptional Customer Service
  • Display stock in correct departments, following policy and procedure.
  • Follow Occupational Health and Safety policy and procedures
  • Demonstrate TSA core values in all work related activities.

FAQs

What is the main role of a Sales Assistant at Salvos Stores?

The main role of a Sales Assistant at Salvos Stores is to support the Store Manager with daily operations and provide an inspiring in-store experience for team members, customers, and community members.

Is previous experience in retail sales required for this position?

No, previous experience in retail sales is not essential; however, a passion for outstanding customer service and delivering results in a retail environment is essential.

Are Sales Assistants expected to work on weekends?

Yes, Sales Assistants are expected to have the flexibility to work a rolling roster that includes weekends.

What skills are important for a Sales Assistant?

Strong interpersonal skills, outstanding written and verbal communication, and solid technical skills are important for a Sales Assistant.

How can I apply for the Sales Assistant role?

You can apply for the Sales Assistant role by submitting a current CV and a cover letter detailing your alignment with the essential requirements of the role via the specified application link.

What kind of training or checks are required for this role?

Applicants for all roles are required to complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, and all child-facing roles will require successful completion of a Working with Children Check.

What kind of work environment does The Salvation Army promote?

The Salvation Army promotes an inclusive work environment that embraces diversity and values people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, and gender identities or expressions.

What does Salvos Stores contribute to the community?

Salvos Stores raises funds to support The Salvation Army in providing over one million sessions of care to disadvantaged Australians each year.

Dedicated to helping people in need overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardship across the U.S.

Non-profit
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1865
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services. Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.