UAEN Sales Assistant | Retail | IKEA Jimi Mall Al Ain (DJA)

Job Requisition ID: 177707
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A'rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
Overview Of The Role:
The Sales Assistant is integral to generating sales and delivering a positive customer experience in the market hall area. The role involves supporting operational duties as assigned by the shopkeeper, which includes product arrangement and maintaining the sales floor. Success in this role is marked by meeting sales targets, upholding a high level of store cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. The Sales Assistant must effectively communicate with customers and work collaboratively as part of a team.
What You Will Do:

• Meet or exceed weekly sales targets.
• Provide a positive first impression for the customer through an energetic attitude and adhering to the dress code.
• Greet customers immediately upon entering the store with a smile.
• Provide customers with current and relevant information.
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  Maintain a sparkling clean and organized environment by upholding store standards and cleanliness.
• Assume and complete other duties as assigned by the shopkeeper.
• Participate in all market hall inventories.
• Attend all store meetings and related functions.
• Follow IKEA policies and procedures completely.
  

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Proven ability to meet sales targets consistently.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Physical fitness to lift stock and stand for long periods.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• High School Degree.
• At least 1 year of retail sales experience.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Physical ability to lift certain products.
  

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