Casual Sales Assiatant

Evans Cycles Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff discount across Frasers Group

Real career progression

Full training

A passionate, knowledgeable team

Working environment built around bikes

Job summary

Evans Cycles is seeking a Sales Assistant to help customers find bikes, gear, and advice for every rider, from first-timers to seasoned cyclists. You'll bring energy, knowledge, and a love for cycling to every conversation, helping customers choose the right products.

You'll receive full in-store induction and access to development pathways within Frasers Group, with opportunities to progress across the retail network.

Qualifications

• Customer-first mindset and strong communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for cycling; training provided.
• Team-player approach in fast-moving retail.
• Reliability, flexibility and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage customers with friendly, professional advice.
• Build knowledge across bikes, accessories, clothing.
• Drive sales through upselling and cross-selling that helps customers.
• Support stock management and keep shop floor organized.
• Handle till transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain high merchandising standards and store presentation.
• Promote safe cycling and help customers choose the right safety gear.

Skills

Customer-focused mindset

Communication skills

Enthusiasm for cycling

Team player

Reliability & flexibility

Job description

We've come a long way since opening our first shop on Kennington Road, London in 1921. Back then, we built our own bikes and quickly earned a reputation for award-winning service. Over 100 years later, that same knowledge, passion, and value still sit at the heart of everything we do. Today, with stores nationwide and a thriving online business, we're here to support every rider, from first-timers to seasoned cyclists, wherever their journey takes them.

The Role: Sales Assistant

This is retail with real purpose. As a Sales Assistant at Evans Cycles, you'll help people find the bike, kit, or advice that gets them rolling, whether it's their very first ride or their thousandth. You'll bring energy, knowledge, and a love for cycling to every conversation, and play a key part in keeping our store, our standards, and our customer experience exactly where they should be.

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay
• Staff discountacross the full Frasers Group family of brands
• Real career progressionacross our retail network
• A passionate, knowledgeable teamto learn from and grow with
• Full trainingto build your product knowledge and confidence
• A working environmentbuilt around something we genuinely love: bikes

Your Development

From day one, you’ll receive a full in-store induction. As you progress, you’ll have access to internal development pathways, including Team Leader programmes and nationally recognised qualifications, supporting your growth within Evans and the wider Frasers Group.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Welcome and engage customers with friendly, professional advice.
• Build strong product knowledge across bikes, accessories, and clothing.
• Drive sales through smart upselling and cross-selling that genuinely helps the customer.
• Support stock management and keep the shop floor organised.
• Handle till transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of merchandising and store presentation.
• Promote safe cycling and help customers choose the right safety gear for their ride.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• A customer-first mindset and strong communication skills.
• Genuine enthusiasm for cycling. You don't need to be an expert, we'll train you.
• A team-player approach and the pace to thrive in a fast-moving retail environment.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a real willingness to learn.

Additional Information

How We Work

Our values shape every shift, every conversation, every decision:

• Think Without Limits:Move fast, take bold action, and bring the team with you.
• Own It and Back Yourself:Take responsibility, master the basics, and drive results.
• Be Relevant:Stay connected to our people, our partners, and the planet.