General Sales Assistant (12hr Temp)

Matalan; Consett; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a General Sales Assistant, where your role is pivotal in delivering exceptional customer service. This position offers a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment, perfect for those looking to kickstart their career. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a supportive management structure, you'll thrive in a culture that values inclusivity and personal growth. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a generous colleague discount and access to exclusive discounts at various retailers. This is your chance to be part of a team that champions equality and creativity while shaping your future in retail.

Benefits

20% Colleague Discount

Pension Scheme

Access to ‘Your Voice’ forum

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient service to customers and achieve sales targets.
• Maintain a high-performing and energetic store environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

As a General Sales Assistant within our stores, you’ll be delivering an efficient and reliable service to our customers who are at the heart of everything we do. You will be a customer advisor achieving our sales whilst living our Matalan Values; maintaining a high performing, energetic and adaptable energy – all whilst making sure that our customer’s experience in-store is at the forefront of our work.

You’ll have great exposure of a fast-paced retail sales environment; working across the shop floor, till area and stock room. There’s a great family-style approach to our teams with approachable management, so whether you’re looking to kickstart your career, or just simply want to find your fit, a General Sales Assistant role with Matalan could be just what you are looking for!

We’re here to help you shape your future – and our key benefits will add a little more sweetness to your new role! As well as a competitive salary, your benefits include:

• 20% Colleague Discount
• Our Family Extras Scheme - An exclusive discount website, which you as a valued member of our Matalan Family, can access and save money at hundreds of retailers across the country
• Pension Scheme
• Access to our ‘Your Voice’ forum allowing you to share your views and ideas
• We are fully committed to creating a learning culture in all our stores so from day one you’ll get a great induction, access to our ‘MyMatalan’ online platform and ongoing support and development to help you grow within your role

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving on our careers site.

We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.