Fashion Sales Assistant

Does the idea of working in fashion excite you? Are you an enthusiastic and driven individual who is looking to join our fast paced environment? Here at Safari Exotic we believe in our people and we want to invest in you!

Role Mission:

As a Sales Assistant  you are the core of our business and play a vital role in our success. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the team and support our stores by driving sales, increasing profitability and most importantly delivering excellent customer service.

We have various shift patterns and will train you on product knowledge, visual merchandising, stock replenishment and most importantly customer service. We also offer great opportunities to develop your career with us with an extensive management training program.

About You:

You will have already been successful in a sales environment within fashion retail and have a genuine interest in branded fashion, you must enjoy delivering a great service in a fast paced environment. We are looking for 12 months experience in a sales role. We are consistently seeking career minded professionals who are as enthusiastic about contributing to our growth and success as we are to theirs. We seek enthusiastic, reliable, energetic, self-starters with experience working in a luxury service retail environment. 

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a positive and memorable premium customer experience.
• Open and close store. 
• Report sales daily.
• Maintain brand and operational standards.
• Manage customer needs and exceed expectations.
• Provide product and brand knowledge to customers.
• Be knowledgeable of fitting room standards and assist when needed.
• Drive all KPIs; personal sales targets, conversion of customers to sales.
• Vigilant on the shop floor reducing stock loss at all times.
• Acting as a brand ambassador, resulting a positive brand experience.
• Leading by example amongst the team with little direction from senior management
• Being self motivated to ensure you deliver on personal & collective store targets.
• Maintain high presentation standards at all times.
• Maintain a keen interest in the fashion industry and market trend.
• Continue to develop personal sales techniques.
• Ensure all sales related policies are procedures are maintained.

Essential Skills:

• Good communication, customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to succeed in a competitive environment.
• Strong communication and closing skills.
• Ability to cold call.
• Career oriented and Self-starter attitude.
• Ability to respond promptly to needs and concerns of all customers and prospects.
• Ability to source and contact decision makers to arrange meetings to sell and promote.
• Clear and confident communication skills.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Flexible schedule/open availability especially over the weekends.
• Previous retail experience a plus
• Open to being cross trained (Sales/Cashier)
• Passion for fashion!
• Experience in retail or customer service.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Passion for people and loyalty to the brand.

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Ambition and drive to succeed.
• quick development, a comprehensive knowledge of product.
• Basic computer literacy (use of mouse and keyboard, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Office)

Why Safari Leather?

• Competitive salary.
• Team incentives (weekly, quarterly)
• Access to exclusive fashion events.
• Free gym membership.
• Free Parking.
• Beautiful work surrounding.
• Pension.
• And lots more….

About Safari Leather:

Safari Leather is a dynamic and driven company who pride themselves on being fashion pioneers. Our goal is to become the greatest fashion company by constantly improving everything we do. We are renowned for producing iconic ready-to-wear, and fashion accessories. Safari Leather works with the main industrial districts providing high-level know-how.