Totalsports – Sales Associate

If you enjoy helping customers, working toward sales targets, and staying active on the retail floor, you may find this opportunity a strong fit. Totalsports is hiring for the Sales Associate (120hr) role across stores in the Eastern Cape,Northern Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, with the same core responsibilities and requirements across all three listings

At a glance

FieldDetails
Sponsor / EmployerTFG – Totalsports
Opportunity typeSales Associate (120hr)
LocationsGateway, Durban (KwaZulu-Natal); De Aar (Northern Cape); Melrose Arch, Johannesburg (Gauteng) ;Port Alfred
(Eastern Cape)
Job identifications11818 (Gateway); 11819 (De Aar); 11816 (Melrose Arch) ; 11645 (Port Alfred)
Employment typeRetail sales role
Job scheduleFull time (Gateway, De Aar) / Part time (Melrose Arch,Port Alfred)
Posting date02 March 2026
Closing date06 March 2026
Key notesCustomer service, sales targets, product selling, and stock replenishment
Verified by us2 March 2026

What this opportunity is

This is a customer-facing retail sales role for applicants who can represent the Totalsports brand, deliver strong service, and contribute to store sales performance. The same role is available across three Totalsports stores, with location and schedule being the main differences between the listings.

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll work in a fast-paced retail environment where the focus is on customer service, product knowledge, target-driven selling, and keeping the store ready for shoppers. The role also includes helping with stock replenishment and supporting a high-performance store culture.

  • Be an ambassador for the Totalsports brand and offer strong customer service
  • Exceed customer expectations by helping them find the best solutions
  • Keep track of sales performance against target
  • Sell across a diverse product range
  • Stay up to date with décor and fashion trends
  • Search out opportunities to make new sales
  • Assist with replenishing stock so the store is ready for customers at all times

Note: This is a retail job vacancy and not a learnership. Appointment depends on the employer’s recruitment process.

Eligibility requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Passion for working with people
  • Target-driven and customer-focused mindset
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to take initiative
  • High attention to detail
  • Ability to build customer loyalty
  • Strong customer service delivery
  • Ability to navigate customer challenges
  • Negotiation and selling ability

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

  • Updated CV
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Matric certificate / statement of results
  • Clear contact details (phone + email)
  • Any supporting sales or customer service experience on your CV

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About the sponsor

TFG is a diversified retail group with a large portfolio of lifestyle and apparel brands operating across multiple retail categories. Totalsports forms part of this group and focuses on sport, fitness, and performance retail, with a strong emphasis on customer experience and accessible sportswear. Source Link: TFG Website

Quick tips for applicants

  • Make your retail or customer service experience easy to spot on your CV
  • Highlight sales, upselling, and customer interaction
  • If you follow sport, fashion, or fitness trends, mention that where relevant
  • Apply for the location and schedule that best match where you can realistically work

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

  • Applying without Matric
  • Using a generic CV with no customer service or sales focus
  • Leaving out clear contact details
  • Not showing confidence in a fast-paced retail environment
  • Applying for the wrong store/location link

Scam warning (important)

Never pay a fee to apply. Use only the official TFG careers portal links and double-check the website domain before uploading personal documents.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified by us on 2 March 2026 using the three Totalsports listings

  • 11818 – Gateway, Durban
  • 11819 – De Aar
  • 11816 – Melrose Arch, Johannesburg
  • 11645 – Port Alfred

How to apply

  1. Open the correct Totalsports listing link for the store you want.
  2. Read the listing and confirm the location and schedule.
  3. Create a profile (or log in) on the TFG careers portal.
  4. Upload your CV and supporting documents.
  5. Submit before 06 March 2026.