Pick n Pay

Sales Associate

Pick n Pay  •  South Africa (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

To provide first class customer service in timely ,friendly and knowledgeable manner via face to face interaction. Acts as a liaison to customers who are looking to purchase an item. Demonstrates product knowledge for the benefit of purchasers.

Minimum requirements

Matric (Grade 12)
Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ sales experience

Preference will be given to applicants in similar positions.
The incumbent may also be expected to perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

This position will require transferability between stores.

Competencies

Numerical Reasoning
Drive
Stress handling and Resilience
Building Relationships
Persuasiveness
Problem solving
Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork
Building the Brand
Influence

Key responsibilities

Sales

Actively seek and engage customer prospects in the store to maximise sales potential

Provide assistance and information on product features to meet sales target

Adhere and achieve department’s sales targets on a monthly, bi-annual and annual basis

Identify sales opportunities and prepare sales action plans and schedules to meet specific targets

Customer Service

Work with customers to determine their needs; recommend the right product and help customers find products that fits needs and desires

Liaise with customers and provide management with feedback on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities and any potential for new products/services to ensure customer’s needs are satisfactorily met

Collaborate with co-workers to ensure proper customer service is delivered

Identify and expedite the resolution of customer concerns to maximise satisfaction

Product Knowledge

Develop product knowledge and remain knowledgeable on current and new product offering in order to demonstrate the functions to potential customers

Assist in ensuring that the product presentation area is clean and organised to make the products attractive to customers

Administration

Prepare paperwork to activate and maintain contract services

Analyse sales reports and interpret information to assist in putting together sales action plans

Leading Self

Demonstrates self-control and recognizes own pressure points and uses this to guide positive thinking and actions

Effectively organises and prioritises daily workload; volunteer to undertake additional related activities to ultimately deliver on the department’s goals

Get message across in ways that have the desired effect; demonstrate appropriate levels of confidence and professionalism when interacting with peers and managers

Focus on the development of skills for day to day work in self; share information and know-how with others; listen to feedback and constructive criticism and learn from it; volunteer to undertake tasks that stretch abilities

Closing date: 26 July 2026

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Discover who we are

Pick n Pay

About Pick n Pay

Welcome to Pick n Pay, where family values and customer-centricity converge to create an unparalleled shopping experience. Since 1967, when the visionary Raymond Ackerman championed the cause of consumers by acquiring the first few stores, the Ackerman family's dedication has steered our journey of growth and expansion.

Today, Pick n Pay stands tall across South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, and Lesotho, embodying our commitment to serving communities far and wide. Additionally, we proudly hold a 49% share in TM Supermarkets, a Zimbabwean retail giant, further extending our reach and impact.

Our core offering spans groceries, clothing, and general merchandise, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our customers. But our dedication doesn't stop there. We go beyond the ordinary, offering value-added services that align with the evolving expectations of our patrons.

The Group strives to address socio-economic challenges through the supply of high-quality, affordable food for all customers, while providing significant employment and economic opportunities across its value chain.

To ensure utmost convenience and accessibility, Pick n Pay operates through various store formats, including both franchised and owned establishments. Whether you step into our stores for a quick grocery run or a leisurely shopping spree, expect nothing less than a seamless and enriching experience at Pick n Pay—the quintessential family store focused on you, our valued customer.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Kenilworth, ZA
Year Founded
1967
Website
pnp.co.za
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