Are you enthusiastic about the retail industry, enjoy customer service, and like working in a fast-paced sales environment? Then you should consider applying for the Store Assistant / Shop Assistant vacancy at Tevo (Pty) Ltd. This role is in Middelburg, and offers a great commissioning structure with a basic salary plus commission which is great for those who enjoy interacting with customers and making sales.
About Tevo (Pty) Ltd
For many years, Tevo (Pty) Ltd has been one of the leading retailers in South Africa selling unique and innovative lifestyle and home products. They are well-known in the retail industry for their strong work ethic, a dedication to achieving customer satisfaction, and the ability to build high-performing sales teams. A job at Tevo means working for a brand that values dedication, professionalism, and high performance.
The position is situated in the bustling town of Middelburg, which is rapidly developing into a commercial center in the Mpumalanga Province. Because of this, it is ideal for people who are searching for a job within the retail sector and want to work in a growing town.
Overview of the Position
Store Assistants, as well as Shop Assistants, are instrumental to the success of a retail outlet. While all customer-facing positions are equally important, this one is unique in that it calls for a higher level of energy, confidence and communication skills.
Primary Tasks
Your responsibilities as a Store Assistant at Tevo can cover a wide range of activit
- Supporting customers with clarifying product information and assisting with recommendations
- Communicating sales via the Point of Sale (POS) system
- Managing cash and credit card transactions
- Assisting with merchandising and maintaining store displays
- Store cleaning and organization
- Achieving individual and team sales targets
- Supporting promotion of special offers and new products
Customer engagement and performance will be the main components for maximizing earnings as the salary includes a commission. Sales closing and customer assistance will be direct determinants of how much one can earn.
Salary and Perks
An attractive aspect of this vacancy is the commission structure plus basic salary. It offers financial security from the base income which is guaranteed and then a reward-based pay system for the commission as a result of selling.
People who love to be in control of goals and love to reach goals is highly facilitated with this system and is thus highly motivating as well as economically progressive.
Minimum Standards
Before applying, make sure you meet the following:
✅ Retail Experience
Understanding customer service, sales, and store operations is shown through prior work history in the retail sector and thus is a requirement.
Experience with Point of Sale Systems
It is a requirement for candidates to have experience with a Point of Sale (POS) System. Basic functions of a POS System include transaction processing, payment handling, receipt printing, return processing, and so forth.
Good Customer Service + Communication Skills
Your people skills (interpersonal) MUST be on point! You need to be able to deal directly (face to face) with customers, explain the roles of various products, address customer issues, and help them to have a good experience.
If you are serious about the outlined job requirements and have an obvious interest in retail and customer satisfaction, then you are the ideal candidate.
Application
Applying for a retail job is a straightforward process, but it’s important that the application looks good.
📧 **Your latest CV should be sent to ; ** HR@tevo.co.za
It is important to note, when submitting your application that;
- Your CV has been completed with your current place of employment
- You have outlined the retail and POS experience in detail
- You have provided your current telephone number
- You have registered with the provided email address
- You have completed the subject line with Application – Store Assistant Middelburg
CVs that are well presented and structured are more likely to receive a call for an interview.
Notice
Tevo has been very clear in saying that two weeks from the date of submission is the cut of time for responding to the application. After which, for all practical purposes, consider your application to be unsuccessful. However, it is in the interest of the Applicant to apply again.
This means you should do the following:
- Keep applying to other jobs while you wait
- Keep your phone on so you can receive calls
- Be on the lookout for messages in your email (including those you send to your spam)
This business requires significant tenacity. There are other opportunities in the near future.
Possible Improvements to Your Application
These are some things you can do in order to separate yourself from the other applicants.
1. Sales History
If you have previous experience with meeting or surpassing sales goals, you should include those. Examples of this can include, “Achieved 20% greater than the monthly sales target.”
2. Customer Service
If you are focusing on customer satisfaction and have received feedback that positively reflects on the store you are working in, you should include this.
3. POS Systems
If you have experience with other POS systems, you can mention them. This will show that you can quickly adjust to Tevo equipment.
4. Professional Appearance
Your CV should be professional, clear and free of mistakes because you will be working with the public.—
Why Should You Apply?
At Tevo (Pty) Ltd, Store Assistants receive:
- An opportunity to advance in the store retail sector
- The chance to earn commission
- Experience in retail and sales
- Experience in a customer-centric environment This is a great opportunity for Middlesburg residents as you get the opportunity to gain customer service and sales professional skills close to home.
Conclusion
The position of Store Assistant/Shop Assistant at Tevo is perfect for those who like retail and are driven by commission and reward. The position has a basic salary and commission and provides safety and reward in the position.
If you are a good fit and are ready for the task, forward your CV to HR@tevo.co.za, and don’t hesitate to do it. If you do not receive feedback in 2 weeks, consider the application unsuccessful. Don’t stop there. Increase your skills and try again when the vacancy is available.
