Cape Town City Centre: Temp Counter Sales Clerk -Real Steel

JOB DESCRIPTION The Real Steel department currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and organized Counter Sales Clerk to join their team. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION FOR 3-6 MONTHS. The position requires an efficient individual who is able to work in a fast-paced environment and to meet strict deadlines. Taking telephonic orders, processing orders and following through to the delivery stage Contacting customers for orders and specials Checking market for pricing structures Assisting customers in the shop and at the sales counter Data capture and general admin duties Handling of cash Assisting with quarterly stock takes Assisting in other areas should the need arise All administrative duties related to inventory control QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent Counter-sales experience in hardware/ retail environment Computer proficiency; packages required: MS Word, Excel Ability to process data quickly and accurately Able to work neatly and clearly when capturing data and filing electronically Able to liaise professionally with customers, suppliers & colleagues Ability to work independently as well as in a team Excellent telephone manner Knowledge of wide variety of steel, hardware and security products QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES Verbal and written communication skills Ability to work under pressure Customer service orientation Ability to organise and plan carefully Attention to detail and accuracy Hardworking Strong sense of integrity Honest and reliable The successful applicant will be subject to background checks including credit, criminal and polygraph testing. Other Information: Job title: Counter Sales Clerk Reporting to: Divisional Director – Finance Job type: Permanent Role Standard hours: 07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday 07h30–16h00: Friday May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements