📍 Galleria Mall, Moss Kolnik Dr, Amanzimtoti, Durban South, KwaZulu-Natal, 4126, South Africa
🕒 Permanent | Commission-Based | Entry Level
⏳ Closing Date: 01 Dec 2025

🏢 About the Company – Pepkor Lifestyle (Rochester Division)

Pepkor Lifestyle is part of the wider Pepkor Group—one of South Africa’s largest and most established retail groups known for quality, accessibility, and unbeatable value. The Rochester brand specialises in home furniture and lifestyle products, offering stylish and affordable pieces for South African homes.

The Galleria Business Unit operates in a fast-paced retail environment where sales energy, customer engagement, and upselling are key drivers of success. As part of the team, you’ll work with supportive leaders who help you grow your retail and customer service skills while earning commission weekly.

🎯 Role Purpose

This role is ideal for a self-motivated and target-driven Sales Agent with excellent interpersonal skills. You will focus on converting walk-in customers, prospecting new clients, and maximising profits through effective sales techniques and outstanding customer service.

The position is commission-based with weekly payouts, giving you the opportunity to grow your income based on performance.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

🛒 Sales Activities

• Conduct prospecting, cold canvassing, and outreach to drive new sales.

• Follow up with potential customers and convert leads into purchases.

• Promote and recommend products aligned with customer needs.

🧩 Customer Attraction & Engagement

• Assist in merchandising and product presentation to attract new shoppers.

• Deliver a friendly, helpful, and customer-centric sales experience.

• Understand customer requirements to offer relevant retail solutions.

📈 Customer Retention & Store Support

• Build lasting customer relationships to encourage repeat purchases.

• Maintain store standards and ensure an appealing shopping environment.

• Support the team in achieving store sales targets and KPIs.

✔️ Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)

• Basic understanding of sales and prospecting (in-store training provided)

🧠 Core Competencies

• Strong self-motivation and drive

• Confident communication (verbal and written)

• Customer service orientation

• Resilience under pressure

• Courage, confidence, and persuasive ability

• Willingness to learn internal business policies and processes

🚀 Why Join the Pepkor Lifestyle Team?

• Weekly commission earning potential

• Supportive and energetic retail environment

• Opportunity to grow your personal sales brand

• Perfect for individuals who love people and thrive in a fast-paced sales setting

• Career growth opportunities within the broader Pepkor Group

📝 Best CV Tips for This Retail Sales Role

Strengthen your application with these targeted CV recommendations:

1. Showcase your sales experience upfront – list products sold, daily targets, or lead-generation achievements.

2. Emphasise customer service success – highlight positive feedback, problem solving, or repeat business you generated.

3. Add numbers where possible (e.g., “Achieved 120% of monthly sales target”).

4. Highlight communication skills – retail requires strong verbal interaction.

5. Mention resilience & energy – retail sales requires confidence, stamina, and persistence.

6. Keep layout clean and professional – bullet points, short sentences, measurable examples.

🤝 Equal Opportunity Statement

Pepkor Lifestyle is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. Every application is fairly considered regardless of race, gender, age, religion, or background.