Airport Sales Assistant - Full Time

Funky Pigeon; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sales Assistant at Manchester Airport to provide exceptional customer service and maintain store standards. This full-time role requires flexibility in hours and offers a competitive salary along with various employee benefits, including discounts and support for wellbeing.

Benefits

Free car parking or first 4 weeks free travel using bus or Metrolink

Employee discounts

Pension

Paid leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Passion for providing excellent customer experiences.
• Strong communication skills within a team.
• Motivated to achieve high standards and results.
• Adaptable to meet company goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Replenish stock and ensure store areas are tidy and inviting.
• Maintain high standards of display and visual merchandising.
• Support team members and collaborate effectively.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Sales Assistant - WHSmith - Manchester Airport T1

Salary - £12.25 per hour

Contract Type - Full Time, Permanent

Hours per week - 39 hours

Shift Time - Must be flexible to start from 5 or 6am

Days - Flexible

Benefits:

• FREE CAR PARKING or FIRST 4 WEEKS FREE TRAVEL USING BUS OR METROLINK

As a Sales Assistant, you’ll provide exceptional customer service and work independently or as part of a team to maintain our store standards. We want you, our customers, and our colleagues to be proud to share their journey with us.

Airport Requirements:

• 5 years continuous references – to gain an airport pass, you need to provide 5 years’ worth of employment or education references without gaps.
• Criminal Records Bureau Check – to be completed if your application is successful.
• Photographic ID, e.g., passport or UK Driving Licence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Replenish stock and ensure store areas are tidy and inviting.
• Maintain high standards of display and visual merchandising.
• Support team members and collaborate effectively.

Preferred Skills and Qualities:

• A passion for providing excellent customer experiences.
• Strong communication skills within a team.
• Motivated to achieve high standards and results.
• Adaptable to meet company goals.

Our Rewards:

Alongside salary, pension, paid leave, and employee discounts, we offer deals from retail partners to help you save money and create memories, whether it's a meal, adventure, or entertainment tickets. Our Employee Assistance Programme supports your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

About WHSmith:

With a rich heritage, WHSmith is expanding in airports, hospitals, rail stations, and motorway services. Our goal is to serve everyone on their journey, offering great products and experiences. Our InMotion brand and partnerships with M&S and Costa Coffee help us enhance our customer offerings. We are committed to making every journey better and fostering an inclusive workplace where colleagues can be themselves.