Sales Assistant/Driver

AkzoNobel; Ayr; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in paints and coatings seeks a Sales Assistant/Driver in Ayr. This part-time role involves maximizing sales, providing excellent customer service, and supporting store operations. Join a team committed to innovation and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Income protection

Staff discount at Dulux stores

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Life Assurance

Company pension

Product discounts

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customer service or retail roles.
• Valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers receive a warm welcome and informed conversations.
• Load the van and plan delivery routes.
• Follow merchandising plans to restock the shop floor.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

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Date: May 7, 2025

Location: Ayr, GB

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world-class portfolio includes brands like Dulux, International, Sikkens, and Interpon, trusted globally. Operating in over 150 countries, we are committed to sustainable solutions and preserving today’s best while creating a better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Sales Assistant/Driver
£12.66 per hour
20 Hours per week (Mon-Fri with occasional Saturdays)
Ayr KA8 9SX

We encourage applicants with relevant experience and skills, even if they don’t meet all listed criteria.

Part of the AkzoNobel family, Dulux Decorating Centres has over 240 stores nationwide, making it the UK’s largest paint and decorating merchant. We pride ourselves on doing things differently, offering a remarkable benefits package and career development opportunities. Recognized as a Top 100 Employer with ‘Investors in People-Gold’ accreditation, we serve decorating professionals and DIY enthusiasts across the UK.

Job Purpose

You will contribute to your store’s success by working with colleagues and our UK Sales Team to deliver a memorable customer experience to professionals and DIY enthusiasts. Your role involves using your people skills to maximize sales and market share of AkzoNobel products and accessories, as well as carrying out customer deliveries.

This is a part-time role of 20 hours per week, from 12pm-4pm Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Job Responsibilities

1. Participate in engagement planning and monthly store meetings.
2. Ensure customers receive a warm welcome, informed conversations, and personalized proposals.
3. Utilize client service tools to deliver a consistent customer experience.
4. Support the store’s monthly customer contact plan.
5. Follow merchandising plans to restock the shop floor.
6. Load the van and plan delivery routes.
7. Develop your skills and encourage colleagues to do the same using training tools.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in customer service or retail roles.
• Valid driving license.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.
• Remains calm under pressure.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized with attention to detail.
• Enjoys ongoing coaching and professional development.

What We Offer at AkzoNobel

We provide personal development opportunities, roles with significant scope and impact, and comprehensive benefits including:

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Income protection.
• Staff discount at Dulux stores.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Life Assurance.
• Company pension.
• Product discounts.
• Flexible benefits scheme, including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover, and more.

We have a rich history of innovation and seek individuals to join our team. Apply online via the provided link, and we will respond promptly.

We support a healthy work-life balance and mental wellbeing, and are open to flexible working arrangements.

At AkzoNobel, we are committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace that embraces diversity. Our talent acquisition process promotes diversity and unconscious bias training is provided to hiring managers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.