Description:
We now have an exciting, permanent vacancy for a Sales Assistant within our Architectural Coatings division. We’re looking for a customer focused individual to become a key member of our friendly and supportive team. Previous experience in a customer facing environment and a good understanding of IT systems is desirable, but not essential, as we will support you all along the way with in-store training.
Why you’ll love working here…
- Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
- Commercial bonus scheme of up to 20% of annual salary
- 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
- Guaranteed 39 hours pay per week with overtime or lieu time available
- Great work/life balance: Our stores are closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with no late evenings after 5pm!
- Generous company pension contributions
- Excellent career progression: We develop our people with online opportunities and the PPG Training Academy
- Fantastic company-funded private healthcare plan, with options to extend coverage to family members
- Generous staff discount on paint and decorating tools at Johnstone’s Decorating Centre
- Colleague recognition program that recognises and rewards our colleagues
- Inclusive and engaging workplace – We foster a culture of inclusion for all (Our engagement scores show it!)
- Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
A day in the life of…
As a Sales Assistant, Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
- Undertake all required training to help you to confidently select the correct product for our customers’ needs and to promote our brand.
- Ensure your store always looks well-presented and clean.
- Follow stock management procedures by taking in deliveries and keeping the shelves full.
Key Skills…
- Previous experience in a customer facing environment is desirable
- Good communications skills with a positive customer focusses attitude
- Good understanding of IT systems
- Flexibility towards working hours and duties
- Driving license is desirable