Sales and Sustainability Assistant - Wembley

Ingka External; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

IKEA Wembley is seeking Sales & Sustainability Assistants to engage creatively and solve problems by repurposing furniture and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role offers flexibility, a competitive hourly rate of £13.85, and various employee benefits, including discounts and wellbeing resources.

Benefits

15% IKEA discount

Life Assurance

Free car parking

Wellbeing Centre resources

Qualifications

• Positive approach to waste management and sustainability.
• Customer-first mindset is crucial.
• Motivated to solve problems and use own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Repurpose and sell IKEA products, setting attractive prices.
• Follow product quality guidelines for returns and displays.
• Collaborate with functions to ensure processes are followed.

Skills

Waste management

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

• Job ID: 297560
• Date posted: 03/07/2025


IKEA Wembley are looking to welcome Sales & Sustainability Assistants.

Are you looking to roll up your sleeves for an adventure using creativity and problem-solving? When building IKEA furniture, each step is like solving a fun puzzle where you will turn a box of parts into a stylish and functional piece that enhances our customer's living space. With the opportunity to re-purpose current furniture, you will get a blend of artistry and precision while ensuring every item meets the highest standards. Ready to turn the old into gold?

WHAT WE OFFER
• The Start Date of employment will be: 2nd August 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.85 per hour.
• 20-30 Hours working 3-5 days per week, with every 4th weekend off.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100's on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Free car parking and Cycle to work schemes
• Wellbeing Centre - Mental, Physical health and nutrition resources

...as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
• A positive approach to waste management and sustainability, love multi-tasking, and a passion for giving things a new life.
• Have a customer first mindset, where you make the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do.
• You are motivated to problem solve and use your own initiative daily. You are enthusiastic about being part of the team but also can work without supervision.
• Ability to prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with great attention to detail.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
• Re-purpose, present and sell IKEA products with pride, and setting relevant prices that are attractive to customers yet still generate the best results for the business.
• Work closely with the different functions in the unit to ensure that common working routines and processes are followed related to product quality, safety and recovery.
• Support and action the product quality guidelines for recalled, returned and ex-display stock, to constantly improve customers' perception of our IKEA products.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION -

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
• Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email Recruiter [e-mail] and I will be happy to help!