Brights Hardware is currently recruiting for a Sales Assistant position within its Plumbing Department. This role is suited for individuals with hands-on experience in hardware retail, particularly those familiar with plumbing products and customer service.
About the Opportunity
The Sales Assistant’s primary function is to support customers in selecting suitable plumbing products and to maintain optimum product availability and presentation. Responsibilities include engaging customers professionally, providing product guidance based on individual needs, managing stock levels, merchandising products appropriately, and performing related administrative duties within the department.
Who Can Apply
Applicants should possess a solid background in hardware retail, especially with plumbing supplies. The role favors those who enjoy customer interaction and sales tasks, have a natural ability to communicate clearly, and demonstrate dedication to service excellence. Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential, alongside attention to detail for administrative responsibilities.
Requirements
- Minimum qualification of Matric or completion of three Intercept courses totaling 120 credits.
- At least two years of experience in a hardware environment.
- Minimum two years’ exposure to plumbing products.
- Completion of Brights Hardware induction in Service Excellence.
- Fulfillment of in-house merchandising training and basic sales technique requirements.
- Possession of two Department Product Knowledge Certificates relevant to plumbing.
- Natural sales ability and strong customer service orientation.
- Capability to handle stock control and administrative tasks accurately.
Additional Details
The role involves regular stocktaking, maintaining cleanliness, and organizing the plumbing section to enhance the customer experience. Applicants should be prepared to assist with ordering stock when needed and to perform other tasks as delegated by supervisors.
Closing Date
Applications must be submitted by 22 October 2026. Candidates not contacted within two weeks after this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Prospective applicants should prepare an updated CV highlighting their qualifications, related hardware and plumbing experience, and the required certificates and training achievements. Applications are to be submitted via the official Brights Hardware vacancy platform. For detailed application instructions and to apply online, visit the application page.
Important Considerations
Brights Hardware practices employment equity and aims to reflect South Africa’s diverse workforce in its hiring processes. The company reserves the right to amend terms and conditions of employment as necessary. Candidates are advised to review all requirements carefully to ensure eligibility before applying.
