Job Requisition ID: 164466Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every dayOverview of the role:The Sales Assistant is responsible for sales generation and delivering a positive customer experience in market hall area, this role will support on all operational duties as assigned by the shopkeeper which includes arranging products, maintain the sales floor, etc.What you will do:

• Creates a sparkling clean and organized environment by maintaining store standards and cleanliness.
• Represents a positive attitude toward the merchandise, the brand and the company.
• Assumes and completes other duties as assigned by the shopkeeper.
• Meets or exceeds weekly sales targets.
• Participates in all market hall inventories.
• Participates in and attends all store meetings and other related functions.
• Is punctual and adheres to designated work schedule.
• Is flexible and works well with peers and management to accomplish duties.
• Follows IKEA policies and procedures 100%.
• Creates a positive first impression for the customer through an energetic attitude and adhering to dress code.
• Greets customers immediately upon entering the store with a smile.
• Provides customers with current relevant information.

Required skills to be successful:

• Good verbal communication skills, fit to lift certain products, ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours,
• Warm and friendly greeting, customer focus & adherence to Al-Futtaim and IKEA values

What equips you for the role:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in retail sales
• High School Degree

About Al-Futtaim RetailAl-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer's in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a differenceAbout Al-Futtaim IKEAGROWING TOGETHER...We are a values-driven company with a passion for life at home. Our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people.Al-Futtaim IKEA holds the franchise rights for IKEA in Egypt, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.

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