Casual Sales Assistant - Riccarton

About the Company Since 1882, Burnsco has been a trusted provider of boating, fishing, and motorhome supplies for New Zealanders. With 19 retail stores nationwide and a commitment to growth, we pride ourselves on offering our customers a wide range of quality products and exceptional service. We are excited to continue expanding our team and creating opportunities for development. About the Role We are currently seeking a Casual Sales Assistant to join our dedicated team at our Riccarton location. This position requires flexibility, as we need availability for both weekdays and weekends, particularly during our busy summer period from November to February. As a casual role, specific days and hours will be assigned based on our needs, with advance notice provided. Why Join Us? We offer a variety of benefits to our team members, including: - A generous team discount on all Burnsco and Jaycar Electronics products - Fuel discounts - Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support - Comprehensive ongoing internal and external training for career development - An in-depth onboarding process and tailored career progression opportunities for a stable future About You We are looking for a passionate and inspiring individual who excels in customer service and embodies integrity and care. Our customers are at the heart of our business, and we value entrepreneurial sales skills that help provide extraordinary service. You will work collaboratively with our friendly team to uphold a disciplined approach to retail. Your responsibilities will include: - Maintaining proper health and safety standards for both the team and customers - Delivering exceptional customer service and providing tailored product solutions - Gaining a thorough understanding of our product range through in-house and external training, as well as supplier updates to stay informed about industry trends - Ongoing merchandising of the store to ensure product availability - Operating the Point of Sale system for various customer transactions - Assisting with the unloading, processing, and storage of stock - Performing general housekeeping duties to enhance the customer experience - Working cooperatively with team members The ideal candidate will: - Have personal or professional experience and a strong interest in the fishing, marine, or motorhome industries - Be eager to contribute to our strong customer service culture - Preferably have prior retail or customer service experience - Be hands-on and comfortable in an active role - Be available to work alternate weekends and some public holidays Please note that as we are not an accredited employer through Immigration NZ, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who require visa support. Ready to Chart Your New Course? If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete our application form by visiting the "Jobs at Burnsco" section on our website or following this link: https://www.burnsco.co.nz/job-application We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team.