Retail
The foundation of Al-Futtaim’s retail network was established in the early 1990s with the launch of the internationally renowned and popular IKEA, Marks & Spencer, Toys R Us and ACE franchises in the UAE.
Representing some of the world’s most popular international brands, Al-Futtaim’s retail network extends throughout the UAE, GCC and North Africa and has a significant presence in Singapore and Malaysia following the acquisition of The Robinson Group in 2008.
In 2012, Al-Futtaim acquired a shareholding in Royal Sporting House, which is active in distribution, direct retail stores and shop-in-shops. The Singapore-based fashion, sports and lifestyle retail giant has 600 stores and many additional points of sale are spread around the world with over 399 in South East Asia, over 74 in the Middle East and over 126 in the South Pacific region.
* 837 stores in 18 countries
* Occupies 5.6 million sq. ft. of retail space
* 13,000 employees
* Serves 30 million customers each year
IKEA
IKEA is the world's largest home furnishings store, founded in Sweden over 60 years ago. Our operations around the world are constantly increasing with new stores and markets added to the success story.
At IKEA not only our furniture is down to earth, straightforward and inspiring, but so is our work ethics. Despite being the leading home furnishing retail franchisee across the world, we at IKEA still give you the room to grow! At IKEA 'creating a better everyday life for the many' isn't only our vision, it's our way of life! We are seeking to recruit a Cashier to Provide quick and efficient checkout services to satisfy customer needs and to strengthen IKEA's& Al Futtaim.comp position as the best home furnishing store. Provide visitors with a positive shopping experience by ensuring customer convenience standards are met or exceeded Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently. Maintaining clean and orderly checkout areas whilst serving customers with great Customer Service skills. Follow SOPs & understand of policies, routines and procedures with your area of responsibility and recording the float before trading begins and upon close of trading in order to reduce losses. Adhere to inventory control procedures and security policies Reconcile cash drawer while maintaining proper audit trail Support and develop co-operation with fellow co-workers specifically within your own function, through working closely together, sharing knowledge and showing understanding of each other's responsibilities. Your Job responsibilities will be including but not limited to the following:
* Receiving payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits. Follow the SOP pertaining to cash handling.
* Computing and recording transactions and ensuring 100% accuracy for all register transactions.
* Maintaining clean and orderly checkout areas.
* Counting and recording the float before trading begins and upon close of trading.
* Cash handling and safe custody of collected cash.
* Ensuring and maintaining adequate stock of printed stationary at required stock level.Ensuring that company's customers are well-attended to, assuring their needs is satisfied.
* Work efficiently and effectively in order to minimize queues.
As a Cashier, you need to demonstrate the following Qualities, Skills & Knowledge:
Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
* Commerce/ Accounting background an advantage
Minimum Experience:
* 2-3 years' experience in handling till transaction
Job-Specific Skills:
* Comfort with shifts
* Flexibility and punctuality
* High level of accuracy
* Familiarity with computer use
* Mathematical, Organisational and Customer Service Skills
Behavioural Competencies :
* Self-Motivated /Team Player and confident, Problem Solving, Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.
The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.
The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility. |