Christmas Customer Assistant - Operations - Newry The Quays

Marks and Spencer; Newry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Marks & Spencer in Newry is seeking an Operations Assistant to support stock, deliveries and the day-to-day backstage work that keeps our store running smoothly.

You’ll work on varied shifts, including Sundays and early mornings, and you’ll use digital tools to track deliveries, manage stock, and ensure availability for customers.

This fast-paced, hands-on role suits reliable team players who stay focused, are flexible with hours, and thrive in a busy retail environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older due to health and safety requirements.
• This is a physically demanding, high-intensity role.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and across different parts of the store.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock and deliveries and perform essential behind-the-scenes work to keep the shop floor stocked and presentable.
• Keep store areas tidy, stocked, and ready for customers with accuracy and speed.
• Be flexible to work across the wider store and support colleagues as needed.
• Use digital tools to track deliveries and manage stock.

Skills

Stock management

Deliveries handling

Digital proficiency

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

Operations Assistant,

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Work Pattern

• Sunday 13:00-17:00
• Tuesday 05:00-09:00
• Thursday 05:00-09:00

Due to operational requirements, all successful candidates may be asked to work up to full time hours in the weeks commencing 13th and 20th December.

Under 18 disclaimer

To comply with health and safety legislation and keep our colleagues safe in the workplace, colleagues in this role must be 18 years of age or older.

Join our team at M&S as a Customer Assistant in Operations, you’ll be the backstage powerhouse of our stores. It’s a physically demanding, high-intensity role that keeps our stores running like clockwork. If you’re ready to roll your sleeves up and work smart, this is the role for you.

You’ll be responsible for stock, deliveries, and all the vital behind-the-scenes work that ensures our shop floor stays full, clean, and ready for our customers to shop. There’s no room for delay. You’ll be fast, focused, and always one step ahead, keeping the flow of products moving with urgency and accuracy.

Flexibility is vital. You’ll work across the wider store where needed – always keeping up with the pace and demands of retail.

Being digitally confident is essential. You’ll use digital tools confidently to track deliveries and manage stock efficiently, always focused on availability and speed.

Being a team player is essential. You’ll be a key cog in a big machine, working across functions and supporting colleagues across the store.

Flexibility is vital. From early morning deliveries to shifting stock late into the day, you’ll adapt quickly to keep things moving.

This is a role for people who move with purpose.

Are you ready for it?

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