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Sales Associate

 

Posted by Cycle Force Group on 10/12/2021


Job Basics

Industry Sector: Bike

Job Categories: Sales - Inside - Product & Reservations

Company Type: Accessories, Apparel/SoftGoods, HardGoods/Equipment

State: IA

City: AMES

Country: United States

Required Experience: 1 - 3 years


Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $35-40

Required to Relocate: Yes

Required to Travel: No

Employee May Telecommute: No

Job Seeker Must Live Within: 50+ miles


Job Description & Requirements


We are looking for a result-driven inside Sales Associate to be responsible for all sales job duties, from generating leads to closing sales. Sales Associate duties and responsibilities include working closely with customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about our products and recommend the right solutions. You should be able to promptly resolve customer complaints and ensure maximum client satisfaction. To be successful as a Sales associate, you should stay up-to-date with product features and maintain our store’s visual appearance in high standards. Ultimately, the duties of a sales associate are to achieve excellent customer service, while consistently meeting the store’s sales goals.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
  • Assess customers needs and provide assistance and information on product features
  • Welcome customers to our new b2b site and answer their queries
  • Follow and achieve department’s sales goals on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
  • “Go the extra mile” to drive sales
  • Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
  • Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
  • Process POS (point of sale) purchases
  • Cross sell products
  • Handle returns of merchandise
  • Team up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
  • Build productive trust relationships with customers
  • Comply with inventory control procedures
  • Suggest ways to improve sales (e.g. planning marketing activities, changing the store’s design)

Skills

  • Proven work experience as a Sales associate, Sales representative or similar role
  • Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
  • Proficiency in English
  • Basic Math skills
  • Working knowledge of customer and market dynamics and requirements
  • Track record of over-achieving sales quota
  • Hands-on experience with POS transactions
  • Familiarity with inventory procedures
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills
  • A friendly and energetic personality with customer service focus
  • Ability to perform under pressure and address complaints in a timely manner
  • Availability to work flexible shifts
  • High school degree; BS degree in Marketing or related field would be a plus


About Cycle Force Group

Cycle Force Group is a manufacturer, importer and wholesaler of bicycles, related accessories, automotive and fitness products. As an Omni-Channel wholesaler, our products service Independent Bicycle Dealers, eCommerce, Consumer Direct, Mass Market, Sporting Goods/Automotive/and Fitness retailers. We employ around 40 staff members at our Corporate HQ in Ames, along with outside QC, Sourcing and Sales team members. Started in New York in 1998, we moved to the Midwest in 2006 to better serve our nationwide customer base