Sales Assistant

Bart Group; Mile End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-owned furniture company in Mile End is seeking a Casual Sales Assistant to join their team. This role involves driving sales through genuine customer connections and providing expert product advice. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a proactive sales-driven mindset, and the physical ability to lift furniture. The position offers hourly pay, commissions based on personal sales results, and a generous staff discount. If you're passionate about design and customer service, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

40% staff discount

Ongoing training

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills needed to connect with customers effectively.
• Proven retail success is essential for driving sales results.
• High computer literacy is required to manage sales systems efficiently.
• Must be physically able to lift and move furniture (up to 20kg).
• Availability on weekends is necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through customer connections and product advice.
• Support store operations from order processing to floor presentation.
• Contribute energy and teamwork to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Strong communication and customer service skills

Proactive sales-driven mindset

High computer literacy

Physical ability to lift furniture (up to 20kg)

Availability to work weekends

Job description

Join James Lane | Sleeping Giant as a Sales Representative!
Earn hourly pay + up to 2.5% commission, plus 40% staff discount!

About Us

James Lane | Sleeping Giant aren’t just about furniture and mattresses—it’s about creating memorable living experiences. With over 40 years as an Australian family-owned business, we’re proud to offer timeless, elegant pieces that transform houses into homes.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Casual Sales Assistants to join our James Lane and Sleeping Giant Mile End teams, inspiring our customers every day in our brand-new showroom! If you’re passionate about design and comfort, driven by results, and love working in a dynamic team, this role is for you!

Your Role

• Drive sales through genuine customer connections and expert product advice
• Support smooth store operations, from processing orders to floor presentation
• Bring energy, design passion, and teamwork to deliver outstanding results

What You’ll Bring

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A proactive, sales-driven mindset with proven retail success
• High computer literacy to manage sales systems and processes efficiently
• Physical ability to safely lift and move furniture (up to 20kg)
• Availability to work weekends

Why Work With Us

• Established & Growing: Join a trusted, family-owned business with 40+ years of success
• Your Success = Rewards: Commissions based on your personal sales results
• Be Supported: Ongoing training and a collaborative team environment
• Enjoy More: 40% staff discount and employee referral program

Ready to Start Your Next Adventure?

Apply now to join our Mile End teams and help us create beautiful spaces and exceptional experiences for our customers.