retail sales representative

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Work Setting

• Specialty shop

Type of Product

• Paint and wallpaper

Specific Skills

• Operate cash register
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Provide advice about 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
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts and accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Maintain sales records for inventory control
• Assist in display of merchandise

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Work Location Information

• On-site customer service

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Dependability
• Reliability
• Organized
• Adaptability
• Collaborative
• Creativity
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management