Sales Assistant | V&A Waterfront | Fashion Retailer

Recruiter:

Recruit for Africa

Job Ref:

RFA

Date posted:

Friday, July 17, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

R49.75 per hour

SUMMARY:
We are looking for passionate, energetic, and confident sales assistant to drive positive energy and excitement around our brand and products in V&A Waterfront.

POSITION INFO:

We are looking for passionate, energetic, and confident sales assistant to drive positive energy and excitement around our brand and products in V&A Waterfront. The position will start off as a temporary Sales Assistant but can become permanent based on performance. We are looking for Sales Assistants that will offer excellent customer service and be proud to be part of our brand and company.

Duties & Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction through world class sales service
Drive and deliver sales targets
Maintain outstanding store conditions, uphold visual merchandising standards to optimise sales
Ascertain customers’ needs and wants and recommend items for sale
Proactively meet, greet, and assist customers
Assist and resolve customer queries
Work on point-of-sale and ensure accurate processing of payments
Ensure stock is always packed neat and products merchandised
Remain updated on product information, answer questions and address concerns
Accurately describe product features and benefits
Inform customer about product promotions
Create an inspiring and positive work environment

Behavioural attributes required:

Must be presentable and a good representation of the brand
Excellent communication skills, proficient in English
Must be trustworthy
Must have reliable transport and not have an issue getting to and from V&A Waterfront, to arrive before 9am and leave 9.10pm
Passion for retail
Positive attitude
Self-motivated
Problem solving capabilities
Confident, outgoing, and energetic
Strong sales flair, engage and persuade
Enjoy dealing with customers
Strong work ethic and hands-on attitude
Must be flexible to work in other stores as / when required

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 2 years Sales or Customer service experience essential, preferably in the retail industry
Matric
Clear Credit and Criminal record
Knowledge of various POS and stock management systems

Salary: R49.75 per hour + sales incentives (store target driven)

Start 1 June as Temp position with opportunity to become permanent based on performance

To apply for the Sales Assistant, V&A Waterfront, Fashion Retailer position please send your detailed CV in a Word document and a recent photo of yourself.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

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