Sales Consultant (Contract appointment: 6 months)

University of the Free State

Bloemfontein

ZAR 300 000 - 400 000

Job description

Job Title: Sales Consultant (Contract appointment: 6 months) (Job ID: 5986)

Organizational Unit: University of the Free State -> Rector and Vice- Chancellor -> Communication and Marketing

Contract Type: Contract

Occupational Level: Temporary

Location: Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date: 18/11/2024

Description:

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities:

Perform various front-desk duties in the merchandise shop: answering phones and addressing customer queries in a professional manner.
Process customer payments using the POS (point of sales) system on the Pastel point of sale program.
Unpack and count new stock delivered by suppliers.
Label merchandise and display items on shop shelves.
Assist clients in finding specific merchandise in the shop.
Assist with keeping the sales floor area clean and organised.
Assist with stocktaking procedures.
Assist with dispatching merchandise items to other shops.
Assist permanent staff members to follow up on KovsieGear quotations.
Assist with the delivery of merchandise on campus if necessary.
Assist with the organising of storerooms.
Being available to perform ad hoc duties within the department.
Work at any other marketing exhibitions, such as pop-up shops.
Being available to travel to other campuses.

Inherent requirements:

Grade 12 or national vocational certificate on NQF Level 4.

Recommendations:

Two years’ experience in a similar retail environment, e.g., clothing and gift shop, will serve as recommendation.
Driver’s licence.

Competencies:

Required competencies:
Results oriented: The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
Strategic thinking: The ability to deal with several activities at a time and focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
Business Acumen: The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading: The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
Building coalitions: The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others. The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties: 1 February 2025

Closing date: 18 November 2024

Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R218 298.69 – R365 979.80 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9814 or email MakolaCM@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9810/ 9848 for assistance.

General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.