NZ The Athlete's Foot Sales Assistant - Expression of Interest

NZ The Athlete's Foot Sales Assistant - Expression of Interest


Company
The Athlete's Foot Australia & New Zealand
Location
Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
At The Athlete’s Foot, our team members are highly passionate about inspiring, motivating and empowering our customers to better their best. We believe that people ultimately want to lead a healthy and fit way of life and we want to empower them to do so by providing correctly fitted footwear and personalised service. From their first pair of shoes to their last, our team are there to ensure that whatever activity they want to do, they’re wearing the right shoes. Our service extends beyond our four walls to support our local communities by engaging with health professionals, schools, and local sporting clubs. Joining The Athlete’s Foot is more than just a job, it is a family who cares, develops, grows, and rewards each and every one of us.About UsAccent Group Limited is the leading digitally integrated retail and distribution business in the Apparel and Footwear performance and lifestyle market in Australia and New Zealand. With over 800 stores, 34 brands and over 30+ online platforms. Our brands include Glue, Platypus, Skechers, Hype DC, Vans, Dr. Martens, Subtype, The Athletes Foot, CAT, Merrell, The Trybe, Timberland, Stylerunner, Hoka, UGG, Saucony, & Nude Lucy!The RoleWe are looking for passionate and driven retailers to join our team. You will support the Management team in driving sales, operational excellence and play an integral part in the store’s success.Benefits & Culture40% off Accent Group brands | Hype DC, Skechers, Platypus, Vans & many more Access to our Employee Benefits program which includes Employee Assistance Program, discounted Gym Memberships & Health Insurance packages Opportunity to progress within the business and receive on going training and support To Be Successful In This Role, You Will BringDemonstrated customer service experience (Retail, hospitality, supermarket retail) A commitment to provide exceptional customer service and unforgettable shopping experience The ability to work well within a fast paced and energetic team environment Self-motivated and willingness in meeting/exceeding sales targets Ability to listen and use feedback constructively Full availability including late night trade and weekends Please note this is an expression of interest and we will be in contact when an opportunity for your selected location and brand becomes availableAt Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.

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