Casual Sales Assistant

SPORTS DIRECT; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic sports and fitness store as a Casual Sales Assistant, where you'll provide exceptional customer service and help drive sales. This role offers flexible hours and a rewarding pay structure, including bonuses. You'll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced retail environment, working alongside a passionate team. With opportunities for development and a supportive work culture, this position is perfect for those enthusiastic about sports and fitness. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role and make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Flexible working

Monthly Group Rewards and Recognition

Instore Uniform Discount

Additional sales commission earnings

Group Wide 20% Discount

Discounted Gym membership

Development Courses with National Qualifications

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers, offering product advice.
• Process sales transactions accurately using POS.
• Maintain the sales floor presentation and stock levels.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Numeracy Skills

Physical Fitness

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Previous Retail Experience

Tools

Point-of-Sale System

Job description

Flexible hours? Working as a team? Rewarding role? There are so many reasons to join our retail teams. The skills you gain and experiences you gather may well kick start your career or perhaps you just want to earn some extra cash to treat yourself! Whatever your reason for joining, we will have a job role to suit you.

Sports Direct.com is the retail success of the last decade. Our unrivaled growth across the UK and Europe really sets us apart from the rest. We have no intention of slowing down and we have a mind-blowing continued expansion plan.

• A rewarding pay structure (Up to £12.30PH*) with opportunities for bonuses
• Flexible working
• Monthly Group Rewards and Recognition
• Instore Uniform Discount
• Additional sales commission earnings
• Group Wide 20% Discount across all Frasers Group brands
• Discounted Gym membership
• We offer a wide range of Development Courses with National Qualifications

Sports Direct is seeking an enthusiastic Casual Sales Assistant to join our team in Penrith, United Kingdom. As a key member of our retail staff, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and driving sales in our dynamic sports and fitness store.

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner, offering product advice and recommendations
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of our extensive range of sports and fitness products
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using our point-of-sale system
• Ensure the sales floor is well-presented, tidy, and fully stocked at all times
• Assist with stock management, including receiving deliveries and replenishing merchandise
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain high customer satisfaction levels
• Participate in promotional activities and special events within the store
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines
• Think without limits - Think fast, fearlessly, and take the team with you.
• Own it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role, and own the results.
• Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners, and the planet.

*Salary is based on age range:

• 16-17 - £8.65
• 18-20 - £10.05
• 21+ - £12.30

This role has no guaranteed work hours, which can vary from week to week, and there may be weeks when no hours of work are offered.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanour
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Basic numeracy skills and experience in cash handling
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
• Physical fitness to stand for extended periods and assist with stock movement
• Enthusiasm for sports and fitness, with product knowledge being advantageous
• Previous retail experience, particularly in a sports-related environment, is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards in the workplace