Retail Salesperson - Tyre Counter

About the role

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is hiring a full-time, open-ended retail salesperson for its branch in Rosh Pinah. The counter salesman provides excellent customer service, drives sales and keeps the branch running smoothly. The role covers selling tyres and other services, customer retention, general administration and health and safety compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Sell the quality tyre range over the counter at a profit, advise customers on benefits and product choice, and complete stock-out sheets.
• Invoice products on a computer, process payments, maintain the float at the counter and identify new prospects.
• Sell other services such as wheel alignment and balancing, and make offers quoted for Branch Manager approval.
• Call customers regularly, keep a list of regulars and contact companies in the town.
• Keep the fitting area clean, inspect wheel aligners, balancers and lifts daily, and keep inspection records.
• Prepare monthly reports on performance and activities, and conduct quarterly performance appraisals.
• Handle claims (BFSA) and claims cards correctly, and ensure breakdowns are handled effectively.
• Follow health and safety standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Required profile

• Matric and relevant certificate.
• 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, honesty and integrity.
• English; any local spoken languages.

Required skills

• Computer literacy.

What we offer

• A supportive onboarding experience.
• Training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate social responsibility activities.
• A diverse, inclusive team in a global work environment.