Salesperson Role at The Pepkor Lifestyle, Apply now!

Job Details

📍 Location: Olievenhoutbosch, Gauteng, South Africa
🏢 Company: Pepkor Lifestyle
🏬 Division: Russells
💼 Job Type: Permanent
📊 Experience Level: Entry Level
🛍️ Industry: Retail / Sales

Company Overview

Pepkor Lifestyle is a well-established retail group operating across South Africa, offering a wide range of household and lifestyle products through its brands such as Russells. The company focuses on delivering value to customers while creating opportunities for employees to grow within the retail sector.

Job Overview

Pepkor Lifestyle is seeking a motivated Salesperson to join the Russells team in Olievenhoutbosch. This role is focused on driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, and contributing to store performance.

The successful candidate will engage with customers, understand their needs, and recommend suitable products while working towards achieving sales targets and enhancing the overall customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sales activities to generate revenue and meet targets
• Deliver excellent customer service and ensure customer satisfaction
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate products
• Attract and retain customers through effective merchandising
• Handle cash and credit processes in line with company policies
• Maintain a customer-centric approach in all interactions

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12 (Matric)

Experience

• 7–12 months sales experience (preferably in retail)

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer service orientation
• Sales and prospecting ability
• Attention to detail
• Initiative and self-motivation
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Basic retail knowledge and product understanding

CV Tips

• Highlight any retail or sales experience, even short-term roles
• Include achievements such as meeting sales targets or customer service recognition
• Emphasise communication skills and ability to work with customers
• Mention experience with cash handling or merchandising

Benefits of Joining Pepkor Lifestyle

• Entry-level opportunity to grow in the retail industry
• Exposure to sales and customer service environments
• Opportunities for career development within the Pepkor group
• Supportive team environment

Company Policy

Pepkor Lifestyle is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. All appointments are made in line with company policies and applicable employment equity guidelines.