Sales Assistant Opportunity at Under Armour Access Park Cape Town

About the Sales Assistant Role
Under Armour Access Park in Cape Town is seeking a dedicated Sales Assistant to join its growing retail team. This permanent opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about sports, retail and customer service. The position is especially suited for students studying Retail Management, Fashion or Sports Management who want to gain valuable experience in the retail industry. As part of a globally recognised sports brand, employees work in an energetic and fast paced environment where teamwork and innovation play an important role.

Under Armour continues to expand internationally and remains focused on empowering athletes and active individuals through high performance sportswear and innovative products. Joining the Access Park team offers the chance to work with a well known brand while gaining valuable retail and customer service experience.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Assistants are responsible for ensuring that every customer has a positive and engaging shopping experience. Core responsibilities include:

• Assisting customers in selecting products that suit their needs and preferences
• Providing knowledgeable advice on Under Armour products and features
• Maintaining attractive product displays and store presentation
• Supporting daily store operations including merchandising and stock handling
• Helping the team achieve sales targets and store performance goals
• Delivering excellent customer service and building strong customer relationships

Sales Assistants serve as brand representatives and play an important role in maintaining the store’s professional image while helping customers find the right products.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The company is looking for energetic individuals who enjoy interacting with customers and working in a team driven environment. This role is especially valuable for students who want to gain real retail experience while studying.

Important qualities include:

• Strong interest in sportswear, retail and active lifestyles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to handle a fast paced retail environment

Under Armour Company Values

Under Armour promotes a strong workplace culture built around values that guide how employees work together and serve customers. These values encourage teamwork, creativity and continuous improvement.

Core company values include:

• Love Athletes
• Stand for Equality
• Fight on Together
• Create Fearlessly
• Always Connect
• Stay True
• Think Beyond
• Celebrate the Wins

Employees are encouraged to reflect these values in their work while contributing to a supportive and collaborative workplace.

Employee Benefits and Perks

Working for Under Armour through Ares Holdings offers several benefits that support employee wellbeing and development. These include:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Quarterly uniform allowance
• 50 percent staff discount for employees and their families across all brands within the group
• Company performance incentive scheme
• Long service incentives
• Holistic employee wellness programme

Employees also become part of a rapidly expanding international retail group that focuses on employee engagement and team culture.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position close on 26 March 2026. Candidates who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal.

Apply here: Sales Assistant – Under Armour Access Park