Bookseller:Bargain Books (195 Hour Contract)
Job Details
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Job Title: Bookseller (195 Hour Contract)
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Store: Shop G27, Preller Square, Graaf Reinet St, Dan Pienaar
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Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
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Employment Type: Permanent (195-hour contract)
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Reporting To: Store Manager
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Company: Bargain Books
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Industry: Retail / Bookselling
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Closing Date: 13 February 2026
Job Overview
The Bookseller is responsible for delivering excellent customer service, supporting sales growth, and maintaining an attractive, well-organized store environment. The role combines retail sales, merchandising, stock handling, administration, and strong product knowledge, with a focus on building meaningful relationships with customers through a passion for books.
This position suits an energetic, customer-focused individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced retail environment, is physically fit, and is willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.
Job Description
Customer Service & Sales
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Greet and assist every customer with a friendly, positive attitude
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Understand customer needs and recommend suitable books and products
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Upsell and cross-sell products, promotions, and alternatives
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Build long-term customer relationships to drive repeat business
Book Knowledge & Product Expertise
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Continuously build knowledge of books, authors, and genres
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Source and order books for customers using store lookup systems
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Recommend substitute or alternative titles when required
Merchandising & Store Presentation
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Maintain attractive window and in-store displays
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Change displays every two weeks in line with promotions
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Ensure bestsellers are well-stocked and prominently displayed
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Keep the store clean, tidy, and well-organized at all times
Stock Management & Control
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Receive, unpack, and categorize stock and merchandise
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Assist the Store Manager with shrinkage control
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Ensure stock is correctly shelved and displayed
Security & Loss Prevention
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Remain alert to non-shoppers and potential shoplifters
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Support store security procedures
Administration & Cash Handling
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Assist with cash-ups and credit card checks
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Handle gift vouchers, supplier payouts, and shortage reports
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Maintain attendance registers and assist with wage payouts
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Manage email communication and general store administration
Qualifications & Experience Requirements
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Matric (essential)
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Retail or sales experience (preferred but not essential)
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Relevant qualifications such as Marketing, English Literature, Communications, Journalism, or similar (advantageous)
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High level of computer literacy
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Physically strong and healthy
Skills, Attributes & Competencies
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Fully bilingual
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Neat and well-presented
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Positive, friendly, and customer-focused attitude
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Sales and upselling skills
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Passion for books and willingness to learn
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Ability to work well under pressure
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Strong teamwork, commitment, and follow-through
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Willingness to work long hours and alternate weekends
Benefits
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Staff book discount
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Incentivised sales targets
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Group Retirement Annuity
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Medical insurance
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Employee birthday gift