Salesperson – Pepkor Lifestyle (Sleepmasters)
Job Details
- Company: Pepkor Lifestyle
- Business Unit: Sleepmasters – Isipingo
- Position: Salesperson
- Location: Isipingo, KwaZulu-Natal
- Industry: Retail
- Job Category: Sales
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Minimum Experience: 7–12 months of sales experience
- Posted Date: 8 October 2026
- Closing Date: 17 October 2026
- Salary: Not specified
Job Overview
Pepkor Lifestyle is inviting applications from motivated, customer-focused and results-driven individuals for a permanent Salesperson position at Sleepmasters in Isipingo, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling products, delivering excellent customer service and helping the business achieve its sales and income targets.
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who have Grade 12 / Matric and between seven and twelve months of sales experience, preferably in a retail environment. Applicants should enjoy interacting with customers, understanding their needs and recommending products that match their preferences and budgets.
The Salesperson will play an important role in attracting new customers, building lasting customer relationships and encouraging repeat business. The position requires a proactive approach to selling, confidence when communicating with customers and the ability to work towards individual and store sales targets.
In addition to sales, the successful candidate will help maintain attractive product displays, process cash and credit-related transactions in accordance with company policies, and ensure customers receive professional assistance throughout their shopping experience. A strong understanding of retail procedures and product knowledge will help the candidate provide accurate information and make suitable recommendations.
Pepkor Lifestyle is looking for someone who is energetic, self-motivated and willing to take initiative. Candidates should be comfortable working in a target-driven environment, collaborating with colleagues and responding positively to challenges. Attention to detail, emotional maturity and resilience are also important when dealing with customers and working towards business objectives.
If you have a passion for sales and customer service and want to develop your experience in retail, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to the performance of the Sleepmasters team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties:
- Sales generation: Carry out daily sales activities to generate income and contribute to the growth of the business.
- Achieving targets: Work towards meeting sales budgets, income targets and other performance objectives set by the company.
- Customer service: Provide friendly, professional and customer-focused assistance to ensure a positive shopping experience.
- Understanding customer needs: Engage with customers, identify their requirements and recommend suitable products based on their preferences.
- Building customer relationships: Attract new customers, maintain positive relationships with existing customers and encourage customer loyalty.
- Merchandising: Help maintain attractive product displays and present merchandise in a way that attracts attention and supports sales.
- Cash and credit administration: Process relevant cash and credit transactions accurately and follow the company’s policies and procedures.
- Product knowledge: Develop and maintain extensive knowledge of products across the relevant categories to answer customer questions and provide informed recommendations.
- Sales processes: Follow established prospecting and selling procedures to identify opportunities and convert customer interest into sales.
- Policy compliance: Work according to business policies, retail procedures and operational standards.
- Teamwork: Collaborate with colleagues to support store performance and maintain a productive working environment.
- Taking initiative: Identify opportunities to improve customer service, promote products and contribute to achieving business goals.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
- Seven to twelve months of sales experience, preferably in retail.
- Basic knowledge of retail operations.
- Customer service skills and a willingness to assist shoppers.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work towards sales targets and contribute to income generation.
- Willingness to follow company policies and procedures.
The advert does not specify a particular tertiary qualification or a specific product-specialist qualification.
Skills and Competencies
Pepkor Lifestyle is looking for candidates who demonstrate the following competencies:
- Teamwork: Work cooperatively with colleagues to achieve shared objectives.
- Self-motivation: Remain driven and focused on achieving sales targets.
- Customer orientation: Prioritise customer needs and deliver quality service.
- Communication: Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and colleagues.
- Initiative: Take action when opportunities arise and contribute proactively to store performance.
- Attention to detail: Process transactions correctly and maintain appropriate merchandising standards.
- Sales confidence: Approach customers confidently, understand selling processes and identify sales opportunities.
- Emotional maturity: Remain professional when handling difficult situations.
- Resilience: Maintain a positive attitude and motivation in a target-driven environment.
- Drive and energy: Demonstrate enthusiasm, persistence and a willingness to achieve results.
How to Apply
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply through the official Pepkor Lifestyle recruitment platform. Search for the Salesperson – Sleepmasters, Isipingo vacancy and follow the application instructions.
Closing date: 17 October 2026.
Applicants should ensure their CV highlights their Matric qualification, relevant sales experience, customer service abilities and any retail achievements. Only submit accurate information and follow the official application process.
Important: The advert does not specify a salary or additional benefits. Candidates should consult the official vacancy listing for any further employment details.
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