Sales Associate cum Cashier

Job Requisition ID: 178864 

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 Arab 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 organization 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

• The Sales Associate Cum Cashier is responsible for supporting the store's objectives by delivering excellent customer service and ensuring effective maintenance of designated zones. This role requires flexibility to cover various sections of the store and handle cashier responsibilities, including processing transactions and maintaining standards at the cash desk. Additionally, understanding and implementing compliance, safety, and SOP knowledge is imperative. Success in this role is measured by customer satisfaction, sales targets, and operational efficiency.

Customer Service

• Deliver excellent customer service in line with store needs.
• Acknowledge customers and provide quality service either face-to-face or over the telephone.
• Attend all relevant trainings pertaining to customer services and product knowledge.

Cashier Duties

• Process sales, exchanges, and refunds efficiently, accurately, and quickly in all payment methods.
• Cover key responsibilities of the Head Cashier and Deputy Cashier in their absence.
• Ensure complete efficiency when following opening and closing cash desk procedures.

Store Maintenance

• Maintain responsibility for designated sections of the store, ensuring a basic image of the area is kept (folding and displaying).
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained on the shop floor and cash desk areas are replenished and kept tidy.
• Maintain excellent standards in the stockroom by organizing and arranging stock efficiently.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure the store is adequately resourced and compliant with legal requirements, with a thorough knowledge of compliance issues.
• Implement store self-assessment audits and create action plans with management.
• Maintain awareness of health and safety practices and communicate with senior management in case of accidents.

Training and Development

• Engage in relevant training and development as set by your line manager.
• Ensure employees are knowledgeable and updated on SOPs.
• Develop stock knowledge and stay informed on promotions throughout the store.

• Strong customer service skills with a passion for fashion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in basic mathematical operations for handling cash transactions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercising strong initiative.

• Previous fashion retail experience or excellent customer service experience preferred.
• Previous cash handling experience desirable with strong numerate and literacy skills.
• Flexibility to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong initiative and self-motivation.

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.
 
Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference…