Retail Sales Associate

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Urban area. Retail business.

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment.
• Operate cash register.
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts.
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems.
• Provide advice about merchandise.
• 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.
• Prepare merchandise for purchase, rental or lease.
• Place stock on shelves.
• Keep shop and warehouse clean.

Car care items. Home care items. Toys.

Own transportation.

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Attention to detail.
• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Weight handling:
  Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

• Adaptability.
• Efficiency.
• Energetic.
• Hardworking.
• Positive attitude.
• Proactive.
• Quick learner.
• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Accurate.
• Client focus.
• Initiative.
• Judgement.
• Ability to multitask.
• Punctuality.
• Honesty.

7 months to less than 1 year.

Option:
Evening. Shift. Flexible hours. Morning. Day. Weekend.

Health care plan.

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.