Overview

Sales Assistant – Retail

Location: Shaftesbury and Gillingham Store

Salary: DOE. Salary will increase after JET training and is under review for a potential increase.
Hours: 9:15am – 5:10pm, five days per week (37.1 hours). Day off normally Tuesday. Sundays are usually closed; December Sunday shifts are rotated fairly across the team.
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Manager / Deputy Manager

About the Role

Are you passionate about retail, customer service, and creating an inspiring shopping experience? This Sales Assistant role is perfect for someone who thrives in a lifestyle focused retail environment. You’ll work in a store where attention to detail, team collaboration, and exceptional customer experiences are key.

As a Sales Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in engaging with customers, driving sales, and maintaining the high standards of presentation and service that define the store.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver outstanding customer service and build lasting relationships
  • Maximise sales by sharing product knowledge and creating engaging experiences
  • Motivate and support your team to achieve store goals
  • Accurately handle cash and card transactions
  • Maintain stock levels and update the stock system
  • Merchandise the store effectively to optimise presentation and sales
  • Maintain and grow the customer database
  • Follow company sales processes to improve personal performance
  • Ensure high standards of after-sales service, including order and complaint follow-ups
  • Monitor KPIs and understand how your work contributes to store performance
  • Maintain store equipment, cleanliness, and security
  • Attend meetings, training sessions, and workshops as required
  • Adhere to company values, uniform guidelines, and professional communication standards

Requirements / Desired Attributes

  • Confident using till systems; experience with Bransom software is a plus
  • Positive, inspiring, and ambitious personality
  • Honest, reliable, and a team player
  • Creative thinker with ideas to improve the store and customer experience
  • Comfortable in a lifestyle retail environment with attention to detail and excellent customer service

Why Join Us?

  • Join a supportive, team-oriented retail environment
  • Work for a respected lifestyle and home retailer
  • Grow your skills and career through JET training and development opportunities
  • Contribute to a store environment that prioritises presentation, service, and customer experience
Your contact for this role
Suzanne Hayter
Suzanne has been working in commercial recruitment in the Dorset area for almost 12 years. She is very passionate about her work and dedicated about going the extra mile to place the right candidate with the right company.

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