Sales Assistant

Portmeirion Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Portmeirion Group UK Limited in Swindon is seeking enthusiastic Sales Assistants to join a temporary pop-up shop, working 12 hours a week. You will help deliver great customer service, assist customers, promote products, and support stock management.

This role offers valuable retail experience and the chance to be part of a supportive team delivering a positive shopping experience. You will work closely with the Shop Manager to maximise sales, maintain store standards, and contribute ideas that

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and greet every customer promptly.
• Engage with customers, identify needs, and promote products confidently.
• Help achieve store sales, conversion, and ATV targets.
• Maintain attractive merchandising and ensure clear pricing/signage.
• Book in and process incoming stock accurately.
• Monitor stock levels and report low stock to the Shop Manager.
• Encourage customers to join mailing lists and promote offers.
• Open and close the store following procedures and with Shop Manager guidance.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Teamwork

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced retail environment and love helping customers find exactly what they're looking for?

We're looking for an enthusiasticSales Assistants to join our team, working 12hours per week for an exciting temporarypop-up shop. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain retail experience, be part of a supportive team, and help create an outstanding shopping experience for every customer.

About the Role

As a Sales Assistant, you'll support the Shop Manager in delivering sales targets by providing outstanding customer service, engaging with customers, and contributing to the overall success of the pop-up shop. You'll play a key role in ensuring every customer receives a warm welcome and leaves with a positive shopping experience.

You'll also work closely with the Shop Manager and wider retail team to help maximise sales, maintain excellent store standards, and contribute ideas that drive performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure every customer is welcomed promptly.
• Engage with customers, identify their needs, and confidently promote products.
• Help achieve store sales, conversion, and average transaction value (ATV) targets.
• Maintain high standards of merchandising, ensuring displays are attractive, commercial, and well-stocked.
• Ensure all products are accurately priced with clear promotional signage.
• Book in and process incoming stock accurately.
• Monitor stock levels and report low stock to the Shop Manager.
• Encourage customers to join our mailing list and promote current offers.
• Support regular stocktakes and ensure stock is counted accurately.
• Work collaboratively with the team to achieve store objectives and continually improve performance.
• Provide feedback and ideas to help increase sales and improve the customer experience.
• Open and close the store when required, following company procedures and under the direction of the Shop Manager.