Sales Consultant / Shop Assistant in Paarl

Vine Recruitment is seeking an energetic, practical and customer-focused Sales Consultant and Shop Assistant for an e-bike store in Paarl, Cape Winelands. The permanent role is market related, and the original listing gives an application closing date of 26 November 2026.

About the company and the work

Vine Recruitment is the recruitment agency named in the original listing, and the client is an e-bike store. The role combines sales and customer service with practical shop work, including assembling and preparing e-bikes, stock control and showroom presentation.

Role details and duties

• Welcome customers, identify their needs and recommend suitable e-bikes and accessories
• Explain product features, operation, benefits and basic maintenance requirements
• Assist customers with product demonstrations and test rides
• Follow up enquiries, quotations and sales opportunities by telephone, WhatsApp and email
• Work towards sales targets and actively identify opportunities to generate sales
• Build and maintain positive relationships with new and existing customers
• Unpack and assemble new e-bikes in accordance with manufacturer guidelines
• Perform basic adjustments and safety checks before handing over bicycles to customers
• Ensure bicycles are presented in excellent condition and ready for customer collection
• Identify potential technical issues and refer complex repairs to the appropriate technician
• Assist with receiving, checking and organising incoming stock
• Conduct stock counts and help maintain accurate inventory records
• Keep the showroom organised, presentable and well stocked, with attractive product displays
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe store and work area
• Process customer enquiries, quotations and sales-related documentation accurately
• Assist with basic sales administration and record-keeping
• Communicate professionally with customers and suppliers by email, telephone and WhatsApp

Requirements

Only the requirements stated in the original listing are summarised here:

• A natural aptitude for sales and a genuine enjoyment of working with people
• A practical mindset and confidence in using hand tools and performing basic assembly tasks
• Good communication skills in both Afrikaans and English
• Basic computer literacy and confidence using email, WhatsApp and sales administration systems
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Reliability, punctuality, honesty and the ability to work independently
• Reliable transport and residence in Paarl or the surrounding area
• Availability to work Saturdays according to the store roster
• Preferred: previous experience in bicycle, sporting goods, motorcycle, automotive or technical retail sales
• Preferred: basic bicycle assembly, mechanical or technical experience
• Preferred: experience in customer service, retail operations and stock control
• Preferred: an interest in cycling, electric bicycles and related products

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Careers24 listing, using the Apply button on this page. Do not pay a fee to apply.

Practical tips

• Show any e-bike, bicycle or technical retail sales experience clearly
• Mention assembly, hand tool and basic mechanical work
• Highlight Afrikaans and English communication, and WhatsApp or email follow-up work
• Confirm Paarl residence, reliable transport and Saturday availability

How the process works

Read the full original listing, then apply through the original link before 26 November 2026.

Important information

This page is informational only and does not guarantee a job, an interview or any salary. Confirm the final duties, location and terms in the original advert before you apply.

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