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Seasonal Associate

  • Halifax, NS
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 24, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Part-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
High school
Apply by
Oct 18, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level

Job summary

Drive sales by engaging customers, providing product recommendations, and creating material lists and quotes. Maintain high standards of safety and customer service while resolving challenges efficiently.

Job details

Job Description As an Seasonal Associate, you will help the customers to fully understand their needs and assist in selecting the right products for their requirements. As knowledgeable sales professionals, sales associates can make recommendations which solve customers' problems and enhance their shopping experience. Responsibilities Drive sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge Clarify and understand customers’ needs and take them to the best solution for their projects. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions Produce quotes, material lists and follows up Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently. Continually learn about products and market conditions Qualifications Excellent communication and team player Sales and customer service experience Possess a high level of attention to details Ability to lift 55 lbs. Ability to work days/evening/weekends (rotating shifts) Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders Grade 12 diploma or equivalent considered an asset

What you’ll do

Drive sales by engaging customers, providing product recommendations, and creating material lists and quotes. Maintain high standards of safety and customer service while resolving challenges efficiently.

Requirements

Candidates should have sales and customer service experience with the ability to lift 55 lbs. A high school diploma or equivalent is considered an asset.

Listed skills

  • Customer service · Preferred
  • Product Knowledge · Preferred
  • Attention to detail · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Customer Engagement
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Product Knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Attention To Detail
  • Order Processing
  • Quote Production

Job areas

  • Retail
  • Sales
  • Customer Service & Support