Sample ad for an retail opening
We are an Australian T-shirt printing company based in Melbourne. Our company provides affordable custom T-shirt printing. We are seeking a sales assistant to join our vibrant team in our busy Melbourne city store. There are potential opportunities for progression to management roles.
Your responsibilities will include:
– providing customer service
– giving design advice to customers
To be considered for this role you will have:
– excellent customer service and sales skills
– experience in a sales assistant role
Sample cover letter in response to the above ad
Andy Murray
3 My Street
Geelong, Victoria
Phone xxxx xxx xxx
myemail@email.com
1st February 2015
Allan Border
Retail Manager
WorldCup Cricket Tees
11 May Street
Melbourne, Victoria
Dear Mr Border,
I write to apply for the Retail Sales Assistant position in WC Tees Melbourne city store, advertised in the The Australian on Saturday, 22 January.
My current job as a marketing assistant at Qtshirts means I could quickly adapt to WC Tees and make an immediate impact in this position because I know what is currently in demand and what customisations fans would need for the upcoming cricket world cup.
I hold a Certificate III in Retail Operations and have excellent sales and customer service skills.
I am a sports enthusiast and would love to work for a related company that offers a diverse range of opportunities for career progression.
Please refer to my attached resume that further outlines my skills and experience. I am looking forward to discussing the position and how I can contribute to your business at interview.
Yours sincerely
Andy Murray