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Sales assistant jobs in New Zealand.

84 open roles, 21 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Sales21 days ago
    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Assisting customers · Driving sales · Supporting store operations

    Demonstrated customer service experience in retail, hospitality or supermarket retail; full availability including late-night trade and weekends

  • Sales21 days ago

    Platypus Christmas Sales Assistant - Platypus Manukau

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Creating customer experiences · Supporting sales goals · Processing stock and orders

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales21 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Creating customer experiences · Supporting sales goals · Replenishing store stock

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales21 days ago

    NZ Stylerunner Sales Assistant - Expression of Interest

    Stylerunner · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing customer service · Achieving sales targets · Processing stock

    Full availability on late night trade and weekends

  • Sales21 days ago

    Platypus Xmas Sales Assistant - Sylvia Park

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Assisting customers · Supporting sales goals · Restocking store shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales21 days ago
    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Supporting store sales · Delivering customer service · Meeting sales targets

    Demonstrated customer service experience in retail, hospitality or supermarket retail; full availability including late night trade and weekends

  • Sales20 days ago

    Kathmandu Part Time Sales Assistant: Palmerston North

    Kathmandu · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading global outdoor brand offering gear and apparel, committed to sustainability and adventure.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Engaging customers · Sharing product knowledge · Maintaining store displays

    Passion for customer service, enthusiasm for outdoor gear, clear communication, teamwork, and ability to maintain store standards.

  • Sales23 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Assisting customers · Processing sales and returns · Sharing product knowledge

  • Sales23 days ago
    Wellington
    Part time

    Serving customers · Supporting sales goals · Packing online orders

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales23 days ago

    Platypus Christmas Sales Assistant - Palmerston North

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Creating customer experiences · Supporting sales goals · Restocking store shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales22 days ago

    Trade Sales Assistant

    DuluxGroup · 5001+ employees

    A leading marketer and manufacturer of premium paint and home improvement brands.

    Lower Hutt, Wellington+3 more
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Building customer relationships · Providing product recommendations · Processing sales transactions

    Customer-focused with strong communication skills, positive attitude, attention to detail, teamwork, and physical capability to lift up to 25kg. Retail or customer service experience advantageous but not essential.

    Retirement savings
  • Sales24 days ago
    Dunedin, Otago
    Part time

    Providing customer service · Coaching sleep journeys · Maintaining trial equipment

    2+ yrsMinimum of 2 years’ experience in a busy, multi-tasking retail or customer service role; administration and retail experience; visual merchandising, POS and cash management experience

  • Sales25 days ago
    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    Part time

    Creating customer experiences · Supporting sales goals · Restocking store shelves

    Full availability October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales25 days ago

    Platypus Xmas Sales Assistant - Queensgate

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    Full time

    Serving customers · Supporting sales goals · Restocking store shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales25 days ago
    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Creating customer experiences · Supporting sales goals · Restocking store shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales25 days ago

    Platypus Christmas Sales Assistant - Bayfair

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Assisting customers · Supporting sales goals · Restocking shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales25 days ago

    Sales Assistant

    Flo & Frankie

    Queenstown, Otago
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Styling outfits · Delivering customer service

    Experience in a customer-focused retail environment

  • Sales26 days ago

    Retail Sales Assistant | Agrodome

    Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Welcoming manuhiri · Assisting gift purchases · Managing stock

    1+ yrMinimum 12 months customer service/retail experience

  • Sales26 days ago

    Platypus & Hype Christmas Part Time Sales Assistant - Christchurch

    Platypus Shoes · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Restocking shelves · Packing online orders

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales26 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Achieving sales goals · Restocking shelves

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales26 days ago

    Skechers Sales Assistant - Dunedin

    Skechers Australia/New Zealand

    Dunedin, Otago
    Full time

    Driving sales · Supporting store operations · Providing customer service

    Demonstrated customer service experience in retail, hospitality, or supermarket retail; full availability for late-night trade and weekends, and Monday to Wednesday days

  • Sales26 days ago
    Auckland
    Part time

    Assisting customers · Supporting sales goals · Receiving and restocking stock

    Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Sales28 days ago

    yd. Onehunga Retail Sales Assistant

    yd. · 201-1000 employees

    A leading menswear brand delivering affordable, sharp fashion to style-conscious customers.

    Onehunga, Auckland
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Styling customers · Driving sales · Maintaining store standards

    Passion for menswear and styling, energy and confidence, reliable availability on Saturdays and Mondays, flexibility to support throughout the week, and availability across the Christmas and New Year period.

  • Sales30 days ago

    NEW STORE Stylerunner Sales Assistant - Albany

    Stylerunner · 5001+ employees

    A global footwear brand known for innovative designs and comfort, operating retail stores.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Serving customers · Achieving sales targets · Processing stock orders

    Full availability for late-night trade and weekends

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About sales assistant jobs in New Zealand

There are 84 roles open for sales assistant jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 21 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 36 full time and 47 part time.

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There are 84 roles open for sales assistant jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 21 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

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