TRAFFIC Western Cape

Sales Assistant

Salvation Army Trading Company

Job Description

This is a Permanent, Part time vacancy that will close in 11 days at 23:59 BST.

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Sales Assistant with customer focused experience, whether paid or voluntary. You will assist the Shop Manager and a team of volunteers to make our shop as successful as possible.

Responsibilities
  • Help maintain high standards of visual merchandising throughout the shop
  • Assist customers throughout their visit, from entering the shop to completing their purchase
  • Actively promote and explain the benefits of Gift Aid and other promotions
  • Complete all company paperwork, including cashing up and banking procedures
  • Encourage and assist in the training of volunteers
  • Assist in the sorting and preparation of all donated stock
  • Travel to other shops if part of a cluster from time to time
  • Support the Shop Manager in all aspects of best practice and Health and Safety procedures
  • Be responsible for the daily running of the shop and management of volunteers in the Manager's absence
  • Ensure personal behaviour reflects the vision and values of the company
Qualifications
  • Resilient, supportive, caring, hands on and enthusiastic
  • Positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service
  • Desire to make a positive change
  • Take pride in maintaining high standards
  • Adaptable and able to think on your feet
  • Keen interest in the environment and sustainability
  • Engaging personality and desire to succeed and be the best you can be
Hours

Hours will be worked on a shift basis between Monday and Saturday.

Benefits
  • Annual leave: Starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy an extra week
  • Virtual GP Service: Phone consultations available 24/7 and video consultations from 8am to 10pm, 7 days a week
  • Ex cellent pension scheme: Defined contribution scheme with the company doubling your contributions up to 6% and 3x life assurance
  • Company sick pay (paid from the end of probation and increases with time)
  • Colleague discount: 25% discount on all original, full priced products sold by SATCoL
  • Well being commitment: Focus on the wellbeing of our teams as a top priority
  • Many other benefits available - see attachment for details

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors. This advert may close sooner than the closing date in extreme circumstances.

Registered Company no.
Registered charity 214779 and in Scotland no. SC009359

About This Role

Career insights for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products positions

Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Speaking Negotiation Persuasion Social Perceptiveness
Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
19 Apr 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R42,824/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.

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