Sales Assistant

IKEA; Croydon; On-site; GBP 16,820 - 23,956; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15% IKEA discount

Life Assurance

Free healthy meal option

Job summary

A major retail company in Croydon is seeking Sales Co-workers to join their store sales team. This role involves creating an inspiring shopping experience, assisting customers, and maintaining an organized area. Ideal candidates will be energetic, customer-focused, and thrive in a team environment. With a competitive hourly rate and various benefits including discounts and meals, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to grow within a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Skills in forward planning and task management.
• Pleasure in teamwork and fulfilling responsibilities independently.
• Ability to take initiative and engage with daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspiration and identify customer needs with advice.
• Engage with product stories and maximize sales.
• Ensure clean, fully stocked, and well-presented areas.

Skills

Customer first mindset

Team player

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Job description

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IKEA Croydon are looking to welcome Sales Co-workers to our store sales team. Join our dynamic sales team where every day is different, fast-paced, and full of opportunity. We're looking for enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals who love working in a fast paced environment and thrive in a team environment. If you're driven, energetic, and ready to grow in our Sales Team —this is your chance to make an impact and have fun doing it!

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be 10th January 2026.
• Competitive hourly rate of £14.80.
• This role is a contract of 12 hours per week over 3 days OR 16/24 hours per week over 4 days, including day shift, evenings and 3 in 4 weekends per month.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 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.
• iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• You are skilled at forward planning, can handle several tasks at once with ease, and take pleasure in being a team member as well as fulfilling responsibilities on your own.
• You have a customer first mindset, where you make the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do.
• You take initiative, make well‑informed choices, and actively engage with your daily tasks.
• You 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

• You provide an inspirational shopping experience for our customers by actively approaching them to identify their needs and advising them on the best solutions for their life at home.
• You are always enthusiastic about the range, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design.
• You support maximising sales by ensuring your area of responsibility is clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.

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.

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 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.

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Location: Croydon, England, United Kingdom