UAEN Part Time Sales Assistant | Retail | IKEA Al Wahda

Job Requisition ID: 177031 

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 in generating sales and ensuring a positive customer experience in the market hall area of IKEA stores. This role encompasses responsibilities such as product arrangement, maintaining the sales floor, and adhering to IKEA standards. The Sales Assistant should be knowledgeable about retail dynamics, especially fast-moving consumer goods and fashion, and be able to effectively work as part of a team to meet sales targets and uphold customer service excellence.

What You Will Do:

• Maintain store standards and cleanliness to create a sparkling clean and organized environment.
• Adhere strictly to IKEA policies and procedures.
• Complete organizational duties as assigned by the shopkeeper, including arranging products and maintaining the sales floor.
• Create a positive first impression for customers with an energetic attitude and adherence to dress code.
• Greet customers immediately upon entering the store with a smile.
• Provide customers with current relevant information to aid their purchase decisions.
• Meet or exceed weekly sales targets.
• Participate in all market hall inventories.
• Contribute to and attend store meetings and related functions.
• Be punctual and adhere to the designated work schedule.
• Work flexibly and collaboratively with peers and management to accomplish duties.
• Represent a positive attitude toward merchandise, the brand, and the company.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Physical fitness to manage stock lift requirements.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to greet warmly.
• Adherence to company values and teamwork commitment.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• High School Degree or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in retail sales.
• Ability to lift and move products, and stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with customers in a warm and friendly manner.

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