Sales Assistant

TieTalent; Glasgow; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Crown Paints is hiring a Sales Assistant/Driver in Glasgow. This part-time role involves supporting sales growth, delivering exceptional customer service, and managing customer accounts. Enjoy benefits like a competitive salary, bonuses, and a generous leave policy while working in a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & wellbeing perks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training and development

Qualifications

• Strong sales/retail experience required.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Valid UK driving licence needed.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in delivering sales growth.
• Identify potential new customers and establish relationships.
• Carry out daily delivery services for customers.

Skills

Sales

Customer Service

Teamwork

Job description

About

Sales Assistant / Driver

Crown Paints is seeking to recruit a Sales Assistant / Driver to join our fantastic team based in Glasgow Possil Park.

The role is a permanent, part-time position working 12.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday and some Saturdays on a rota basis).

In return, we offer a salary of £12.21 per hour plus bonus and an excellent benefits package.

Full flexibility is required, but the likely working pattern will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons, with alternate Saturday overtime.

What you can expect from this role

As a Sales Assistant/Driver, you will work alongside the store team, supporting our Store Manager in delivering sustainable and profitable sales growth for Crown Paints. A positive and motivated approach will be key in contributing to store targets, driving innovative yet effective sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.

The Glasgow Possil Park Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a lively store that plays a pivotal role within our national network of 148 stores across the UK. Our customer base varies from passing retail customers to builders and tradespeople who hold accounts and maintain repeat business. A key part of your role will be to identify potential new customers, establish positive relationships, and open customer accounts regularly.

What’s in it for you?

• 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays and a paid Christmas store closure)
• £12.21 per hour plus the opportunity to earn up to a 25% performance bonus each quarter
• Purchase a generous amount of significantly discounted paint for personal use
• A fantastic pension plan where the company will match and even double your contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 access to confidential support via an employee helpline with qualified counsellors
• Health & wellbeing perks - a range of medical, dental, and optical treatments for you and your family
• No nights and no Sundays
• Eating out, retail, and leisure discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training and development throughout your role

Who we are looking for

We’re Looking For Individuals Who:

• Possess strong sales/retail experience
• Are passionate about providing excellent customer service
• Are confident making sales calls and driven to hit sales targets
• Are team players and adaptable to meet customer needs
• Can work independently when required
• Have a valid UK driving licence and are happy to carry out daily delivery services for customers
• Have the ability to lift up to 20kg

Does this sound like you?
Apply today and start your journey with Crown Paints!

More about Crown Paints & Hempel

Crown Paints has been manufacturing paint for over 200 years, proudly holding the Royal Warrant for over 60 years. We support cultural, humanitarian, and scientific causes worldwide, supporting the education of over 55,000 children across 22 projects through The Hempel Foundation. Here at Crown, it’s not just paint. It’s personal!

We are committed to promoting an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents, crucial for our success in shaping a sustainable future with coating solutions.

Nice-to-have skills

• Sales
• Customer Service
• Teamwork

Work experience

• Other Sales

Languages

• English