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Totalsports is Hiring Sales Associates

Totalsports invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Sales Associate (40hr) position. Applications close on 19 August 2025.

Do you have a passion for sports, fitness, and fashion? Are you motivated by delivering great customer experiences and smashing sales targets? If so, Totalsports, part of the TFG group, is looking for you to join our high-performance team.

At Totalsports, we don’t just sell sportswear – we inspire people to live active, healthy lives. Our stores are more than retail spaces; they’re destinations for athletes, fitness lovers, and anyone who believes in the power of sport. As a Sales Associate, you’ll play a vital role in creating an unforgettable shopping experience for every customer who walks through our doors.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your main mission? To be an ambassador for the Totalsports brand and make sure every customer leaves our store feeling satisfied, inspired, and ready to achieve their goals.

Here’s what your day-to-day will look like:

Greeting customers and delivering exceptional service from the moment they enter.
Understanding customer needs and recommending the best products to suit them.
Actively tracking your sales performance against targets.
Selling a wide variety of products and keeping up with the latest sports, fashion, and décor trends.
Finding new opportunities to make sales and grow store revenue.
Assisting with restocking shelves to ensure the store is always ready for customers.
Working with your team to keep displays fresh, exciting, and on-brand.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for a Sales Associate who is:

Passionate about people – You love helping others and making a positive impact.
Target-driven – You set goals and don’t stop until you’ve achieved them.
Customer-focused – You understand that customer satisfaction is the key to success.
A great communicator – You can connect with people easily, both in person and in writing.
Able to multi-task – You thrive in a busy, fast-paced store environment.
Self-motivated – You can work independently and take initiative without being told.
Detail-oriented – You notice the little things that make a big difference.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 (Matric)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Negotiation and selling skills
The ability to handle customer challenges professionally
A positive, can-do attitude

Key Behaviours We Value

Adhering to Standards – You follow processes to ensure quality and compliance.
Continual Improvement – You’re always looking for better ways to do things.
Decision Making – You can analyse situations and make the right calls quickly.
Persistence – You don’t give up when things get tough.
Customer Service Excellence – You consistently exceed expectations.
Planning & Organising – You manage your time and tasks effectively.
Networking & Teamwork – You build strong relationships with both customers and colleagues.

Why Work for Totalsports?

Totalsports is part of TFG (The Foschini Group) – one of South Africa’s largest and most diverse retail groups, with 34 lifestyle and apparel brands. At TFG, our people are our greatest asset. We believe in growth, opportunity, and creating the most remarkable shopping experiences in the retail industry.

When you join Totalsports, you become part of a team that values:

Performance – We work hard to achieve our goals.
Inspiration – We motivate our customers and each other.
Authenticity – We are true to our brand and values.
Innovation – We constantly look for new ways to succeed.
Team Spirit – We’re stronger together.

Whether you’re passionate about sport, customer service, or sales, you’ll find room to grow with us.

Job Details at a Glance

Job Title: Sales Associate (40hr) – Totalsports
Job Schedule: Full-Time
Closing Date: 19 August 2025

How to Apply

If you have the skills, drive, and passion to excel in this role, send in your application before 19 August 2025. Make sure your CV is up to date and clearly highlights your sales, customer service, and teamwork experience.

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Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.

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