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Retail sales consultant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in retail sales consultant job postings.
Sample retail sales consultant requirements
  • Must have high school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior retail sales experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of store products and services
  • Ability to use POS system
  • Excellent customer service skills
Sample required retail sales consultant soft skills
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
  • Flexibility to work nights and weekends

Retail sales consultant job description example 1

Office Depot retail sales consultant job description

At Office Depot and Office Max, the Sales Advisor is a part-time role, providing exceptional customer service by performing duties as cashier, provides logistics support, stocking, restocking, down stocking, inventory control, cleaning the store and protecting company assets. S/he will quickly build and maintain customer relationships and become a trusted advisor by utilizing basic training of Technology products/services and print offerings.

The associate in this role will demonstrates a passion for the brand, technology products, furniture, services, print and other services/products offered to our customers. S/he will utilize Office Depot and Office Max’s proven sales principles to proactively engage customers, in order to drive the sales of our total offerings and properly assess customer needs to ensure satisfaction in every interaction.

Required successful completion of current basic Tech and Print Certification and continued education in these areas. The essential functions of this position may require you to consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third-party.
Primary Responsibility:
1. Provides exceptional customer service by performing duties as cashier, provides logistics support, stocking, restocking, down stocking, inventory control, cleaning the store and protecting company assets.
2. Performs merchandise-related activities to ensure merchandise presentation guidelines are met through implementing plan-o-gram changes and updates, merchandise set and price changes. Sets weekly ads, including price changes, and any associated updates to store signage.

3. Follows the established sorting and stocking guidelines and completes freight processes. Ensures freight sorting area is organized and setup in accordance with guidelines. Scans, investigates and fills inventory lows and outs daily.

4. Proactively acknowledges and engages every customer to ensure a positive customer experience. Utilizes and understands the selling program to promote the sale of the best solution as well as additional product and/or services solutions. Maintains awareness of planned advertisements and promotions.
5. Able to evaluate the customer’s needs to determine what additional offerings or services that a customer may need in addition to determining if a customer should be referred to the Contract Sales organization.
6. Works to develop personal selling skills and specialized product knowledge through sales and service tools provided. Drives Technology, Tech Services, Furniture and Print sales by supporting all related current programs, new product launches and special initiatives.
7. Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and practices; and supports company loss prevention efforts.

Education & Experience
High School diploma or equivalent education preferred
Retail sales experience preferred
How to Apply
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Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
Office Depot and OfficeMax offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Office Depot and OfficeMax is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Other Information
Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, which are necessary to establish a selling relationship with customers Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills Must possess the ability to use technology applicable to role, and to access information necessary to complete daily responsibilities Must possess ability to process information/merchandise through POS register system Must possess an interest in continually developing personal selling skills and product knowledge;
Positive and Engaging Action Oriented Integrity & Trust Demonstrate passion for the brand, products, services and solutions offered to our customers Must possess a desire to continually develop personal selling skills and product knowledge
Ability to work a flexible work schedule as business dictates Customer Focus Self Learning Approachability
Fair Chance Ordinance
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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Retail sales consultant job description example 2

Swarovski North America Limited retail sales consultant job description

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our Sales Consultants are our ultimate advocates, providing our customers with extraordinary service and an awe-inspiring brand experience.

We are searching for a curious and charismatic Sales Consultant to help us place crystal into the hearts and hands of our customers, to join a team with passion and enthusiasm and make the dreams of our customers come true.

Join us if you are looking for a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries and shares your real passion for fashion and jewelry.
Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. A world of wonder awaits you.
About the job
You are our brand advocate. In this role and together with the team, you will:
Accompany our customers during their mesmerizing Swarovski journey through our world of wonder
Create an emotional connection with our customers and provide a spellbinding experience
Anticipate our customers' needs and share inspiring styling tips
Showcase and present our legendary products
About you
You are an amazing Sales Consultant and bring along the following:
An excellent sense of fashion and a real passion for our brand and our products
Experience / keen interest in attainable luxury Fashion/Cosmetics/Lifestyle brands.
Highly motivated and with a strong customer service orientation
Dedication and target driven attitude
Willingness to develop your career and grow with us
Previous retail experience
About Swarovski
Swarovski unifies all parts of its organization under one spellbinding idea and brings forward a wondrous new world of crystal craftsmanship. Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's highest quality crystal, genuine gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group.
A responsible relationship with people and the planet has always been an integral part of Swarovski's heritage. This manifests today in the company's well-established sustainability agenda with youth-focused education programs and foundations to promote human empowerment and conserve natural resources to achieve positive social impact.
Swarovski is an equal-opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under law in countries we operate.
Swarovski is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and will take Affirmative Action in those appropriate employment situations. All employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, age, national or ancestral origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status and disability.
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H&M retail sales consultant job description

Hiring Immediately!

At H&M, we welcome you to be yourself and challenge you to grow and make a difference.

You'll take on new responsibilities from day one, learn skills for life, meet friends completely unlike you that make you feel at home, and start finding ways to make your big dreams come true.
Help us reimagine the future of an entire industry by making everyone look, feel and do good.

Be yourself & more at H&M.

About the Role

A Sales Advisor is responsible for delivering a Best Customer Experience that contributes to the store's sales and profit. As a Sales Advisor, you will always put customers first, offer assistance, and share your Product and Fashion knowledge. You will create an environment that is easy for our Customers to shop through Store Operations and Great Garment Care. By sharing knowledge and skills with colleagues, you will actively contribute to creating a Best Team to meet our customers' expectations. This role will work in accordance with H&M standards, policies, procedures, and legal requirements. At H&M, we refer to our Sales Associates as Sales Advisors because you will be advising our customers and keeping them in style!

Your Day to Day*

Actively greet and engage with our customers in the service areas and on the sales floor to provide the best customer experience

Support in the maintenance of a neat and tidy sales floor to ensure a positive shopping experience inclusive of folding, hanging, displaying, and merchandising garments per H&M guidelines to maximize selling opportunities

Actively process, stock, and replenish garments on the sales floor and stock room

Unload delivery truck, receive, open, and unpack merchandise and label merchandise with security tags within efficiency timeline goals

Ring on the register, report and handle all required transactions, issue receipts, and fold and place merchandise in the appropriate bag following the register best practices routine

Eager to educate and promote our H&M Loyalty program to our customers

Share your knowledge and skills with your colleagues, offering help where needed to build a positive working environment

Work in accordance with H&M standards and local legislation with health & safety and security routines to guarantee you, your colleagues, and customer safety at all times

Follow all procedures and routines regarding safety, security, and administrative processes in all areas of the store

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Updated March 14, 2024

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