Sales Assistant

Funky Pigeon; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Funky Pigeon is looking for a Sales Assistant for WHSmith. This key-holder position requires exceptional customer service skills, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The role includes stock replenishment, visual merchandising, and a commitment to high standards, all while contributing to a welcoming environment for customers.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid annual leave

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Prior experience in retail sales is recommended.
• Passion for making customers' experiences exceptional.
• Confident in communicating within a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Carry out stock replenishment and maintain store cleanliness.
• Meet high standards of display and visual merchandising.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Motivation

Job description

Sales Assistant – WHSmith - TGJones

Contract Type - Permanent

Working hours - 20 Hour Contract - regular shifts range between 08.30-17.30 - Full flexibility needed

This is for a key-holder position - prior experience with retail sales assistant roles and shift opening and closing recommended.

WH Smith has a remarkable heritage and we have occupied our place as the Hub of the High Street and in our customers’ hearts for 230 years. But this doesn’t mean that we’re resting on our laurels – Our stores work hard to make customer and colleague journeys in life possible, marking the milestones with cards and gifts, providing escape and education with our books, and communication and currency in our Post Office Stores.

As a Sales Assistant you’ll provide exceptional customer service and work independently or as part of a team to deliver our fantastic store standards. want you, our customers and our colleagues to be proud they’re starting and sharing their journeys with us, whether it’s their first job, their first day at school, or their first birthday.

What being a Sales Assistant is all about:

• Delivering an exceptional customer service to all customers
• Carrying out stock replenishment, ensuring all areas of the store remain tidy and inviting for are customers
• Meeting high standards of display and visual merchandising helping customers find what they're looking for easily
• Being part of a team supporting colleagues

What our Stores would love to see:

• A passion for customers having an exceptional experience in store
• Confident in communicating within the team
• Motivated to achieve fantastic results and standards
• Adaptable to meet company requirements and goals

How we reward our teams:

We know you’ll work hard to make WHSmith a success and our customers happy, so as well as your salary, pension scheme, paid annual leave and employee discounts, we’ll reward you with a range of deals from retail partners that will help you save money and make memories, whether a delicious meal, an adventurous day out, or tickets to see the latest blockbuster.

Whatever the future brings, our Employee Assistance Programme will support you with help and guidance for your wellbeing whether physical, mental or financial.

WHSmith are proud to be an inclusive employer, we want our colleagues to feel welcome, and free to be themselves with us.